HESI RN
Hesi Med Surg Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While assessing a patient with degenerative joint disease, the nurse notices Heberden's nodes, and large prominences on the patient's fingers that are reddened and painful. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discussing chronic pain management strategies addresses the discomfort associated with Heberden's nodes, a common osteoarthritis feature.
Question 2 of 5
A patient has arrived at the emergency department reporting intermittent fever and night sweats for the past three weeks and has developed a cough that is productive with small amounts of blood. What should be the nurse's priority intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Symptoms suggestive of tuberculosis require immediate airborne isolation to prevent transmission.
Question 3 of 5
While providing care for a patient with Guillain-Barre syndrome, the nurse conducts a neurological assessment every four hours. Which finding from the assessment requires immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Loss of sensation at T-8 indicates potential progression of Guillain-Barre syndrome, risking paralysis, and requires immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
While assessing a patient with degenerative joint disease, the nurse notices Heberden's nodes, and large prominences on the patient's fingers that are reddened and painful. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discussing chronic pain management strategies addresses the discomfort associated with Heberden's nodes, a common osteoarthritis feature.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge teaching to an older adult patient hospitalized for treatment of venous leg ulcers. Which instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: A high-protein diet with vitamins A and C, leg elevation, and daily ankle inspections promote healing and monitor complications in venous leg ulcers.