HESI PN Exit Exam 2023

Question 1 of 5

What is the primary function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

A. To transport oxygen from the lungs to body tissues B. To protect the body from infections C. To help in blood clotting D. To regulate body temperature

Question 2 of 5

The PN notes that an older female client has developed a nonproductive cough and seems more confused than the previous day. Vital signs are temperature 99.8�F, pulse 94, respirations 22, and B/P 108/54. Which intervention is most important for the PN to implement?

A. Report the findings to the charge nurse B. Monitor the client's temperature hourly C. Offer the client fluids frequently D. Provide care to moisten oral mucosa

Question 3 of 5

A post-operative client is recovering from a total knee replacement and is prescribed patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). What is the primary advantage of PCA for managing post-operative pain?

A. It allows for consistent pain control without overmedication. B. It eliminates the need for oral pain medication. C. It reduces the risk of opioid addiction. D. It requires less monitoring by nursing staff.

Question 4 of 5

The client with schizophrenia who continues to repeat the last words heard is exhibiting a sign of disturbed thought processes. Which nursing problem should the nurse document in the medical record?

A. Altered sensory perception B. Impaired social interaction C. Risk for self-directed violence D. Disturbed thought processes

Question 5 of 5

The mother of a 9-month-old child diagnosed with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) yesterday calls the clinic to inquire if it will be all right to take her infant to a friend's child's first birthday party the following day. Which response should the nurse provide?

A. Do not expose other children as the virus is very contagious even without direct contact B. The child will no longer be contagious, no need to take any further precautions C. The child can be around other children but should wear a mask D. Make sure there are no children under the age of 5 months around the infected child

HESI PN Exit Exam 2023

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