HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During the admission process, a client requests more information about advance directives. Which professional should the nurse recommend the client contact?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Attorney provides legal guidance on advance directives.
Question 2 of 5
A client, who speaks very little English, is being seen in the emergency department following an automobile accident. The client's sibling offers to act as an interpreter and asks about the laboratory results. Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Approved interpreter ensures confidentiality.
Question 3 of 5
In-home hospice care is arranged for a client with stage 4 lung cancer. While the palliative care nurse is arranging for discharge, the client verbalizes concerns about pain. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Scheduled analgesics ensure consistent pain relief.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse retrieves hydromorphone 4 mg/mL from an automated dispensing system, for a client who is receiving hydromorphone 3 mg IM every 6 hours PRN for severe pain. How many mL should the nurse administer to the client? (Enter the numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest tenth.)
Correct Answer: 0.8
Rationale: 3 mg ÷ 4 mg/mL = 0.75 mL, rounded to 0.8 mL.
Question 5 of 5
An older woman with end-stage heart disease is hospitalized for severe heart failure. She is alert, oriented, and requests that no heroic measures are implemented if her breathing stops. What action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clarifying 'heroic measures' ensures client wishes are understood.