HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When evaluating the effectiveness of a client's nursing care, the nurse first reviews the expected outcomes identified in the plan of care. What action should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Comparing data assesses care effectiveness.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with obstructive sleep apnea. The nurse should recognize the client is at greater risk for the development of which complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sleep apnea increases hypertension risk due to oxygen desaturation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has removed a barbiturate capsule from the unit dose wrapper to administer to a client. The client decides to watch a television program and requests not to take the medication. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Witnessed disposal ensures safety and compliance.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse retrieves hydromorphone 4 mg/mL from an automated dispensing system, for a client who is receiving hydromorphone 3 mg IM every 6 hours PRN for severe pain. How many mL should the nurse administer to the client? (Enter the numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest tenth.)
Correct Answer: 0.8
Rationale: 3 mg ÷ 4 mg/mL = 0.75 mL, rounded to 0.8 mL.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse learns that members of the nursing staff are uncomfortable with responding to client family members who are angry. While designing a teaching session to help the staff respond more effectively in these situations, which instructional strategy is best for the nurse to use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Role-playing builds confidence in handling anger.