HESI RN
Samuel Merrit University Hesi Med Surg Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What equipment should the nurse use to most accurately measure a 2ml dose of a viscous liquid solution to be given orally?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 3 mL syringe is precise and suitable for measuring a 2 mL dose of a viscous liquid. Syringes provide clear markings, ensuring accurate measurement of small volumes. Additionally, the absence of a needle makes it appropriate for oral administration.
Question 2 of 5
A 19-year-old client is admitted to the hospital with severe right lower quadrant abdominal pain. The father is requesting to know his son's laboratory test results. Which is the best response for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The best response for the nurse to provide is 'I can only give medical information to your son because he is an adult.' Since the client is 19 years old and considered an adult, the nurse must respect the client's right to privacy and confidentiality.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has only months predicted to live. The client avoids questions regarding plans for care.What is the next approach for the nurse to use when discussing end of life issues with the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nurses who provide end of life care are trained to communicate in a way that is concise, yet sensitive. A personalized approach is often taken to meet the unique communication needs of each patient and to recognize when a person may be in pain or distressed.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse observes the skin over a client's greater trochanter, as seen in the picture with pressure sores.What actions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pressure redistribution is an important part of preventing and treating pressure sores.
Question 5 of 5
A client who had emergency gallbladder surgery yesterday is getting ready to be discharged.The nurse knows that 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: The best way to evaluate the client's understanding of self-care at home is to have the client demonstrate prescribed wound care. This allows the nurse to directly observe the client's ability to perform the necessary tasks and provide feedback and clarification as needed.