HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse receives a new prescription to administer oxygen at 3 L/minute via a nasal cannula to maintain an oxygen saturation between 90 and 100% for an adult client. The nurse obtains an oxygen saturation reading of 85% and, after repositioning the oximeter on a different finger, obtains a second reading of 87%. Which action should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Proper cannula placement ensures effective oxygen delivery.
Question 2 of 5
A client is requesting medicine for pain 30 minutes after receiving morphine sulfate 5 mg intravenously. Which intervention should the nurse implement next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reassessing pain evaluates medication effectiveness.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has agreed to serve as a client's advocate at the meeting of the hospital ethics committee, which was called to address an ethical dilemma involving the client. To successfully represent the client, what action is essential for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Self-awareness prevents bias in advocacy.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse receives a report that a client with an indwelling urinary catheter has an output of 150 mL for the previous 8-hour shift. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking for kinks ensures catheter functionality.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse observes a colleague sharing computer credentials with a colleague who is struggling with access to the electronic health record (EHR). Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting to the charge nurse ensures prompt action.