HESI RN
HESI Med Surg Hematological system Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which component forms an adhesive bridge between platelets and vascular subendothelial structures in the clotting process?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Von Willebrand factor forms an adhesive bridge between platelets and vascular subendothelial structures, crucial for hemostasis at sites of vascular injury.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse provides education to a patient about the symptoms of uncontrolled hypertension. Which symptom would the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Fatigue, dizziness, and palpitations are symptoms of uncontrolled hypertension due to cardiovascular strain and vascular effects; cluster headaches are not directly related.
Question 3 of 5
A female patient with chronic hypertension is admitted to the emergency department with a sudden rise in blood pressure (BP). Which question is the priority for the nurse to ask the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A sudden rise in blood pressure can indicate a hypertensive crisis, and assessing for neurological symptoms like headache or confusion is crucial to identify potential target organ damage.
Question 4 of 5
Which rationale supports the nurse's assessment of a patient's magnesium level?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Magnesium plays a crucial role in neuromuscular excitability and contractility. Abnormal magnesium levels can lead to neuromuscular symptoms such as muscle weakness, tremors, and spasms, and affect cardiac function.
Question 5 of 5
Which arterial blood gas (ABG) data corresponds with a patient's clinical manifestations of respiratory alkalosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respiratory alkalosis is indicated by a high pH (7.52) and low PaCO2 (24 mm Hg), as seen in option D, with normal HCO3 indicating no metabolic compensation.