HESI RN
Hesi Med Surg Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), a patient is discharged from the hospital with an indwelling urinary catheter. Which instruction is most important for the nurse to include in the discharge teaching plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drinking 3 liters of water daily flushes the bladder, reducing infection risk post-TURP.
Question 2 of 5
Which group of foods is best for the nurse to recommend for clients with a strong family history of colon and rectal cancers?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-fiber foods like oatmeal, raisins, and fruit with skin reduce colorectal cancer risk by promoting gut health.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse assesses a client with cirrhosis and finds 4+ pitting edema of the feet and legs, and massive ascites. Which mechanism contributes to edema.Concurrent and ascites in clients with cirrhosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoalbuminemia reduces oncotic pressure, causing fluid to leak into tissues and abdomen, leading to edema and ascites.
Question 4 of 5
A client receives a prescription for 1 liter of lactated Ringer's intravenously (IV) to be infused over 8 hours. The IV administration set delivers 15 gtt/mL. How many mL/hr should the nurse program the infusion pump to deliver?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dividing 1000 mL by 8 hours yields 125 mL/hr, the correct infusion rate.
Question 5 of 5
What information should the nurse include in the teaching plan for a patient diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing loose clothing reduces pressure on the abdomen, helping to minimize GERD symptoms by preventing reflux.