Medical Surgical HESI

Question 1 of 5

Which pathology is associated with an asthma condition?

A. Chronic dilation and inflammation of the bronchi. B. Recurrent spasms of the airways accompanied by edema and mucus production. C. Progressive loss of lung function due to destruction of alveolar walls. D. Infection of the lung parenchyma.

Question 2 of 5

Which individual has the highest risk for developing skin cancer?

A. A 16-year-old dark-skinned female who tans in tanning beds once a week. B. A 65-year-old fair-skinned male who is a construction worker C. A 25-year-old dark-skinned male whose mother had skin cancer. D. A 70-year-old fair-skinned female who works as a secretary.

Question 3 of 5

When conducting a class for parents about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), the nurse instructs the class that the infant should be placed in which position to sleep?

A. Right side-lying B. Left side-lying C. Prone D. Supine

Question 4 of 5

An adult client is admitted with AIDS and oral candidiasis manifested by several painful mouth ulcers. The nurse delegates oral care to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) and discusses how to assist the client. Which instruction should the nurse provide the UAP?

A. Assist with personal care, but leave oral care for the nurse to complete. B. Provide a soft bristle brush for the client to use during oral care. C. Use alcohol-based mouthwash to clean the ulcers. D. Apply an antifungal cream to the mouth ulcers.

Question 5 of 5

While performing a skin assessment on an older adult, the nurse notices a number of irregular round brownish-colored lesions on the client's hands, arms, and face. On palpation, they are flat and slightly rough to the touch. Based on this assessment finding, which action should the nurse implement?

A. Apply a topical antibiotic ointment. B. Monitor the lesions for changes. C. Advise the client to use sunscreen. D. Refer the client for a skin lesion biopsy.

Medical Surgical HESI

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