HESI Medical Surgical Practice Exam

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Question 1 of 5

The client with type 1 diabetes mellitus is taught to take isophane insulin suspension NPH (Humulin N) at 5 PM each day. The client should be instructed that the greatest risk of hypoglycemia will occur at about what time?

Question 2 of 5

A client is receiving a continuous infusion of normal saline at 125 ml/hour post abdominal surgery. The client is drowsy and complaining of constant abdominal pain and a headache. Urine output is 800 ml over the past 24 hours with a central venous pressure of 15 mmHg. The nurse notes respiratory crackles and bounding central pulse. Vital signs: temperature 101.2 F (38.4 C), heart rate 96 beats/minute, respiration 24 breaths/minute, and blood pressure of 160/90 mmHg. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

Question 3 of 5

In a patient with chronic kidney disease, which of the following is a common electrolyte imbalance?

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following is a key symptom of myocardial infarction (MI)?

Question 5 of 5

The client is planning care for a client who is receiving hemodialysis. Which of the following interventions should be included in the plan of care?

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