HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has removed a barbiturate capsule from the unit dose wrapper to administer to a client. The client decides to watch a television program and requests not to take the medication. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Witnessed disposal ensures safety and compliance.
Question 2 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes cefixime oral suspension 200 mg by mouth twice a day for an older adult who has difficulty swallowing pills. The bottle is labeled, 'Cefixime for Oral Suspension, USP 100 mg per 5 mL.' How many mL should the nurse administer daily? (Enter numerical value only.)
Correct Answer: 20
Rationale: 200 mg/dose × 2 doses = 400 mg/day; 400 mg ÷ (100 mg/5 mL) = 20 mL/day.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse receives a report that a client with an indwelling urinary catheter has an output of 150 mL for the previous 8-hour shift. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking for kinks ensures catheter functionality.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse observes a colleague sharing computer credentials with a colleague who is struggling with access to the electronic health record (EHR). Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting to the charge nurse ensures prompt action.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse receives a new prescription to administer oxygen at 3 L/minute via a nasal cannula to maintain an oxygen saturation between 90 and 100% for an adult client. The nurse obtains an oxygen saturation reading of 85% and, after repositioning the oximeter on a different finger, obtains a second reading of 87%. Which action should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Proper cannula placement ensures effective oxygen delivery.