HESI RN
HESI RN Medical Surgical Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with psoriasis vulgaris who is receiving a psoralen and ultraviolet A light (PUVA). Which assessment finding indicates overexposure to this treatment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tenderness and generalized erythema indicate phototoxic reactions from PUVA overexposure.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with psoriasis vulgaris who is receiving a psoralen and ultraviolet A light (PUVA). Which assessment finding indicates overexposure to this treatment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tenderness and generalized erythema indicate phototoxic reactions from PUVA overexposure.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has conducted a cancer prevention community education program. In evaluating the participants' understanding of the carcinogens, which statement indicates an accurate understanding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carcinogens cause genetic mutations leading to cancer, accurately described by substances changing cells.
Question 4 of 5
A client who takes daily supplemental iron tablets for iron deficiency anemia reports feeling increasingly fatigued. Which laboratory value should the nurse review?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A complete blood count assesses red blood cells and hemoglobin, critical for evaluating anemia progression.
Question 5 of 5
While completing a health assessment for a young adult female with acute appendicitis, the client informs the nurse that there is a chance that she may be pregnant. The operating team is preparing to take the client to surgery. Which intervention should the nurse implement immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Performing a bedside pregnancy test is the most appropriate immediate intervention to confirm pregnancy status, guiding surgical decisions.