HESI RN
HESI RN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is obtaining the admission history for a client with suspected peptic ulcer disease (PUD). Which subjective data reported by the client supports this medical diagnosis?
Correct Answer: Upper midabdominal pain described as gnawing and burning is a classic symptom of PUD.
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Question 2 of 5
After placing a client who is having a seizure in the side-lying position, which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: Removing objects that could cause injury ensures a safe environment during a seizure.
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Question 3 of 5
A client with type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) is admitted to the hospital for an emergency cholecystectomy. The client explains to the nurse about experiencing difficulty at home in keeping blood glucose levels under 200 mg/dl (11.1 mmol/L). To prevent the client from developing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), which intervention is most important for the nurse to include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: Testing urine for the presence of ketones is the most important intervention. Early detection of ketones allows for prompt intervention to prevent DKA.
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Question 4 of 5
The nurse reviews discharge instructions with a client who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which instruction is most important for the nurse to emphasize?
Correct Answer: Remaining upright following meals is crucial to prevent stomach contents from flowing back into the oesophagus.
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Question 5 of 5
The nurse is obtaining a health history from a new client who has a history of kidney stones. Which statement by the client indicates an increased risk for renal calculi?
Correct Answer: Eating cheese frequently can increase the risk of calcium oxalate stones due to high calcium content.
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