HESI RN
RN HESI Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is conducting a nutritional class on foods that have been linked to help decrease the development of some forms of cancer. Which meal selection is the best choice to help reduce the risk of some cancers?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oatmeal with fruits and nuts reduces cancer risk.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client admitted with chronic kidney disease advancing to stage [unspecified]. The nurse should instruct the client to limit the ingestion of which type of foods?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High-potassium foods worsen kidney disease.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is developing a food safety educational class for a group of parents. Which type of food is most likely to pose a threat of food poisoning after being stored in a refrigerator at 40°F (4.4°C) or below for more than two days?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Deli meats are prone to bacterial growth.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is admitting an older client with possible malnutrition. Which parameters are most indicative of the client's nutritional status?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: BMI and albumin reflect nutritional status.
Question 5 of 5
A female client with hemorrhoids tells the nurse that she understands the need to avoid eating nuts and seeds to prevent inflammation. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-fiber foods like nuts aid hemorrhoid management.