HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals of Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While assessing a client’s blood pressure using an aneroid sphygmomanometer, the nurse inflates the cuff to an initial reading of 160 mm calibration. Upon release of the air valve, the nurse immediately hears loud Korotkoff sounds. Which action should the nurse implement next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reinflation ensures accurate reading.
Question 2 of 5
After administering oxycodone to a client one hour ago, the client is reporting severe pain. Which intervention should the nurse implement next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reassessment evaluates pain management.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse observes the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) securing a client’s wrist restraints to the bedside rails. Which action is most important for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Demonstrating correct technique prevents injury.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse plans to administer naloxone 1 mg. The label of the 10 mL vial indicates that the drug concentration is 0.4 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Enter numeric value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest tenth.)
Correct Answer: 2.5
Rationale: 1 mg / 0.4 mg/mL = 2.5 mL.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client in the clinic who is frightened and does not understand English. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Interpreter ensures accurate communication.