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The document includes the 170 questions of the HESI exam, with their answers to practice.
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[...] Lessen any prescribed medication. C. Instruct proper limb care. D. Provide quiet recovery time. Answer: A. Accept feelings about loss. 135. After administering vaccines, a woman with MS voices concerns of fatigue and visual impediments. What should the nurse communicate? A. Advise postponing moving permanently to the dorm room. B. These symptoms are typical side effects from vaccinations and resolve soon. C. Explain immunizations can re-ignite the illness, stressing rest need. D. Indicate early signs of infection may require evaluation. [...]
[...] Suggest brief showers and oil-based lotion. D. Symptoms cannot be relieved due to liver damage. Answer: A. Cooler water and post-bath lotion. 52. A middle-aged stable patient with unresolved trauma has agreed to reflect on their goals in life. What action should the nurse take? A. Encourage thoughts on personal goals. B. Encourage uninterrupted rest periods. C. Discuss the cause of the accident with family. D. Provide a structured activity schedule. Answer: A. Encourage thoughts on personal goals. 53. A new nurse prepares to irrigate an IV catheter but uses a 24-gauge needle. [...]
[...] Ensure the family knows about the prognosis ahead. Answer: 4. Ensure the family knows about the prognosis ahead. 166. A middle-aged man recovering from a pneumonectomy expresses gratitude for the support received during therapy. Which acknowledgment validates the nurse's contribution most effectively? A. Recalling successful moments within rigid sessions. B. Focusing on support channels developed throughout therapy. C. Encouraging exploration into unresolved patient uncertainties. D. Aiming toward discovering long-term health pathways ahead. Answer: D. Aiming toward discovering long-term health pathways ahead. [...]
[...] The patient's blood urea nitrogen level. B. Initiating urine collection as prescribed. C. Notifying the provider about low creatinine levels. D. Checking for hypokalemic symptoms. Answer: C. Notifying the provider about low creatinine levels. 140. Following a job in an acute care unit, which client should the nurse assess first? A. Client presenting with gastrointestinal obstructions. B. Client with recent surgery showcasing absent bowel sounds. C. Client with ostomy output having green characteristics. D. Client with rigid abdomen due to volvulus. [...]
[...] Which presented client needs immediate attention in an ED? A. Small laceration and crying 5-year-old. B. Low-grade fever and malaise for 3 days. C. Chest pain after a spicy meal. D. Unable to bear weight with bruising and swelling. Answer: C. Chest pain after a spicy meal. 127. A patient on an endocrine unit shows improvement in their management of chronic conditions. Which client needs to be seen right away? A. Older adult with Addison's and glucose levels 62 mg/dL. [...]
