HESI RN
Samuel Merrit University Hesi Med Surg Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following responses would be the most therapeutic when communicating with a client who has recently had a visit from their significant other and is displaying changes in behavior?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This response is most therapeutic because it offers the client an opportunity to talk and express their feelings while also focusing on the positive aspects of their visit.
Question 2 of 5
What's the priority intervention for a patient with persistent STIs and risky behaviors?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The priority intervention for a patient with persistent STIs and risky behaviors is to recommend consistent use of latex condoms. According to the USPSTF, behavioral counseling is recommended for all sexually active adolescents and for adults who are at increased risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Question 3 of 5
A postoperative client has been prescribed three different analgesics for different levels of pain.What is the most important intervention the nurse should take when administering these medications to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The most important intervention the nurse should take when administering these medications to the client is to assess the client's pain level and administer the appropriate medication based on the level of pain.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a male client with decreased circulation in the lower extremities. The client washes his feet in the shower but is unable to bend safely to dry the feet.While drying the client's feet, the nurse should emphasize the need to thoroughly dry which area of the feet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: While drying the client's feet, the nurse should emphasize the need to thoroughly dry between the toes. Moisture between the toes can create a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi, which can lead to infections such as athlete's foot.
Question 5 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes ear drops to an adult client with an ear infection.Which exacting should the nurse follow?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When administering ear drops to an adult client with an ear infection, the nurse should keep the patient in a supine position to administer the drops. This position allows the medication to flow into the ear canal and reach the site of infection.