HESI RN
Hesi Med Surg Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is educating a client, who was admitted with a blood glucose level of 580 mg/dL, on how to prevent complications related to diabetes mellitus. Which statement made by the client indicates they have understood the information?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using salt, herbs, and spices supports a healthy diet, aiding diabetes management and reducing complication risks.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with chronic pancreatitis who reports persistent gnawing abdominal pain. What assessment data is most important for the nurse to obtain to help manage the patient's pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Eating patterns identify foods that exacerbate pancreatitis pain, guiding dietary modifications.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with psoriasis vulgaris who is receiving a psoralen and ultraviolet A light (PUVA) treatment. Which assessment finding indicates that the client has been overexposed to the treatment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tenderness and generalized erythema indicate overexposure to PUVA, signaling potential burns or excessive UV exposure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is educating a patient with Type 2 diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy. What advice should the nurse give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Family members assisting with regular foot exams helps detect early signs of injury or infection, critical for preventing complications in diabetic neuropathy.
Question 5 of 5
A client presents to the emergency department reporting chest pain that is radiating to the left arm, shortness of breath, and diaphoresis. Which medication does the nurse anticipate being prescribed by the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morphine is typically prescribed for myocardial infarction symptoms to relieve pain and reduce cardiac workload.