HESI RN Exit Exam 2024 Quizlet

Question 1 of 5

A client with a history of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is admitted with hyperkalemia. Which clinical finding is most concerning?

A. Peaked T waves on the ECG B. Bradycardia C. Muscle weakness D. Decreased deep tendon reflexes

Question 2 of 5

A client with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is scheduled for hemodialysis. Which assessment finding should be reported to the healthcare provider immediately?

A. Blood pressure of 110/70 mmHg B. Heart rate of 80 beats per minute C. Fever of 100.4�F D. Respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute

Question 3 of 5

A client with cirrhosis is admitted with jaundice and ascites. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

A. Administer a diuretic as prescribed. B. Administer lactulose as prescribed. C. Monitor the client's weight daily. D. Assess the client's neurological status.

Question 4 of 5

During the initial visit to a client with MS who is bed-bound and lifted by a hoist, which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?

A. Determine how the client is cared for when the caregiver is not present. B. Develop a client needs assessment and review it with the caregiver. C. Evaluate the caregiver's ability to care for the client's needs. D. Review with the caregiver the interventions provided each day.

Question 5 of 5

A client with liver cirrhosis and severe ascites has a serum sodium level of 115 mEq/L and is receiving 3% saline IV. Which assessment finding indicates that the nurse should notify the healthcare provider?

A. The client's serum sodium level is now 130 mEq/L B. The client reports a headache and has a BP of 140/90 C. The client reports shortness of breath and has an O2 saturation of 92% D. The client has crackles in both lung bases and an increased respiratory rate.

HESI RN Exit Exam 2024 Quizlet

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HESI RN

HESI RN