HESI RN Fundamentals Exam 1

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

The healthcare provider prescribes a 24-hour urine specimen to be collected for creatinine clearance. The client is eager to go home and tells the nurse that the first sample was put in the urinal 2 hours ago. Which action should the nurse implement?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: First void is discarded for accuracy.

Question 2 of 5

After completing daily charting at 1400, the nurse realizes that a 0900 occurrence was not entered. Which is the best way for the nurse to enter computer documentation of the 0900 occurrence?

A. Request removal initiated by the Health Information Manager. B. Make an electronic addendum following the 1400 documentation. C. Create an electronic correction after 1400 notes are officially unlocked. D. Enter the occurrence after the 1400 notes and identify as 'late entry.'

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Late entries maintain accuracy.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is reviewing error prevention techniques that would have helped to avoid a medication error. Which technique is most effective?

A. Double check all dosage calculations. B. nusually large or small doses. C. Compare the medication label to the order. D. Use at least 2 client identifiers before administering a dose. E. Involve and educate clients in medication administration.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Identifiers prevent misidentification.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is demonstrating three-point gait crutch walking to an older adult client who broke a foot while playing soccer with the grandchildren. Which behavior indicates that the client understands proper crutch walking?

A. Inspects crutches to ensure rubber tips are intact. B. Practices bicep and triceps isometric exercises. C. Bears body weight on the palms of hands during the crutch gait. D. Progresses to foot touchdown and weight bearing of the affected leg.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Inspecting tips ensures safety.

Question 5 of 5

A 64-year-old female client with a 3-day history of cough and chest pain is admitted for presumed pneumonia. The client has a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus and takes insulin glargine 17 units in the morning and 17 units in the evening. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent medication errors?

A. Double check all dosage calculations. B. nusually large or small doses. C. Compare the medication label to the order. D. Use at least 2 client identifiers before administering a dose. E. Involve and educate clients in medication administration. F. Document all medication in the electronic record as soon as it is given.

Correct Answer: A,C,D,E.F

Rationale: Verification and documentation ensure safety.

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