HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about use of syringes and needles for home administration of medications. Which action by the client indicates an understanding of standard precautions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hand washing is key to standard precautions.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who reports a 3 day history of vomiting and diarrhea and experiencing difficulty in tolerating oral fluids. Which urine specific gravity value would the nurse expect to see on Initial testing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High specific gravity indicates dehydration.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse attaches a pulse oximeter to a client's finger and obtains an oxygen saturation reading of 91%. Which assessment finding most likely contributes to this reading?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Edema interferes with oximeter accuracy.
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: D
Rationale: Addendum ensures accurate, timely documentation.
Question 5 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: C
Rationale: Less sensitive questions build rapport.