HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and is taking carbidopa-levodopa. The client is concerned that the medication is not working. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clarifying concerns guides intervention.
Question 2 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: B
Rationale: Edema interferes with oximeter accuracy.
Question 3 of 5
A child has experienced several episodes of vomiting. After the nurse reviews the need to provide only clear liquids, the parent of the child reports making clear liquid popsicles out of flavored gelatin for the child. Which information should the nurse obtain about the popsicles?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pulp or fruit is not suitable for clear liquid diet.
Question 4 of 5
The palliative care nurse receives a consult for a terminally ill client in the intensive care unit. The client is weak, mouth breathing, and refusing anything to eat or drink. Which intervention should the nurse include in plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Moist membranes enhance comfort in terminal care.
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: Acknowledging distress and offering flexibility respects client needs.