HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The healthcare provider gives a verbal prescription for 2 mg of intravenous morphine to be given to a client every 4 hours as needed for severe pain. How should the nurse document the prescription?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Full drug name and no trailing zeros ensure clarity.
Question 2 of 5
The mother of a child born with Tetralogy of Fallot asks the nurse, 'Why did this happen to my baby? What did I do wrong?' Which response by the nurse is most helpful?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Empathy supports emotional expression without judgment.
Question 3 of 5
During the prodromal stage of an infection, which is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Precautions prevent infection spread.
Question 4 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes nasogastric tube (NGT) insertion for a client with a postoperative ileus. During insertion, the client begins to gag. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing and reinserting prevents discomfort and harm.
Question 5 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.