HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes streptomycin 200 mg IM every 12 hours. The vial is labeled, 'Streptomycin 1 gram/2.5 mL.' How many milliliters should the nurse administer? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest tenth.)
Correct Answer: 0.5
Rationale: 200 mg = 0.5 mL from 1 g/2.5 mL vial.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is using guided imagery with a client who is experiencing chronic pain. The nurse should direct the client's attention on which focus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Visualization of serene places reduces pain perception.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give an emergency sedative injection to an agitated client. Which action by the nurse comprises a tort?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unordered restraints constitute false imprisonment.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse attaches a pulse oximeter to a client's finger and obtains an oxygen saturation reading of 91%. Which assessment finding most likely contributes to this reading?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Edema interferes with oximeter accuracy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse enters a client's room to perform a physical assessment and finds the client crying. Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Empathetic touch and dialogue support emotional needs.