HESI Fundamentals Quizlet

Question 1 of 5

A client's blood pressure reading is 156/94 mm Hg. Which action should the nurse take first?

A. Inform the client that the blood pressure is high and that the reading needs to be verified by another nurse. B. Contact the healthcare provider to report the reading and obtain a prescription for an antihypertensive medication. C. Replace the cuff with a larger one to ensure a proper fit for the client and increase arm comfort. D. Compare the current reading with the client's previously documented blood pressure readings.

Question 2 of 5

Before administering a client's medication, the nurse assesses a change in the client's condition and decides to withhold the medication until consulting with the healthcare provider. After consultation with the healthcare provider, the dose of the medication is changed, and the nurse administers the newly prescribed dose an hour later than the originally scheduled time. What action should the nurse take in response to this situation?

A. Notify the charge nurse that a medication error occurred. B. Submit a medication variance report to the supervisor. C. Document the events that occurred in the nurse's notes. D. Discard the original medication administration record.

Question 3 of 5

A client is admitted with a diagnosis of heart failure. Which dietary instruction should the nurse provide?

A. Increase fluid intake to 3 liters per day. B. Limit sodium intake to 2 grams per day. C. Avoid foods high in potassium. D. Increase protein intake to promote healing.

Question 4 of 5

A client is to receive cimetidine (Tagamet) 300 mg q6h IVP. The preparation arrives from the pharmacy diluted in 50 ml of 0.9% NaCl. The nurse plans to administer the IVPB dose over 20 minutes. For how many ml/hr should the infusion pump be set to deliver the secondary infusion?

A. 75 ml/hr B. 150 ml/hr C. 225 ml/hr D. 300 ml/hr

Question 5 of 5

The client is being instructed on the proper use of a metered-dose inhaler. Which instruction should be provided to ensure the optimal benefits from the drug?

A. Fill your lungs with air through your mouth and then compress the inhaler. B. Compress the inhaler while slowly breathing in through your mouth. C. Compress the inhaler while inhaling quickly through your nose. D. Exhale completely after compressing the inhaler and then inhale.

HESI Fundamentals Quizlet

Skildor

HESI RN

HESI RN