HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer lorazepam 1.5 mg IV to an anxious preoperative client. The medication is available in a 2 mg/mL vial. Which action should the nurse perform with the remainder of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Witnessed disposal ensures accountability.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is interviewing a client with lower abdominal pain and dysuria, and needs to question the client about sexual activity. Which approach is best for the nurse to use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Less sensitive questions build rapport.
Question 3 of 5
A client who had emergency gallbladder surgery yesterday is getting ready for discharge. The client speaks very little English. When teaching wound care, which method should the nurse use to evaluate the client's understanding of self-care at home?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Demonstration confirms wound care competency.
Question 4 of 5
After completing daily charting at 1400, the nurse realizes that a 0900 occurrence was not entered. Which is the best way for the nurse to enter computer documentation of the 0900 occurrence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Addendum ensures accurate, timely documentation.
Question 5 of 5
When assessing a client with a serum potassium level of 7.5 mEq/L (7.5 mmol/L), which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperkalemia risks cardiac dysrhythmias.