HESI RN
HESI RN Exit Exam Capstone Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is receiving external beam radiation to the mediastinum for treatment of bronchial cancer. Which of the following should take priority in planning care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leukopenia, or a low white blood cell count, is a critical concern in clients undergoing radiation therapy due to increased risk of infection.
Question 2 of 5
While palpating the gallbladder of a mildly obese client, the nurse expects what finding if the gallbladder is inflamed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: If the gallbladder is inflamed, the nurse may find tenderness and guarding, a typical sign of acute cholecystitis.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a colostomy is being discharged. What teaching is most important for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Emptying the ostomy pouch when it's one-third full prevents leakage and skin irritation.
Question 4 of 5
A 48 year-old client with chronic alcoholism is admitted to the hospital. The nurse would anticipate that the client may be deficient in which vitamins?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic alcoholism commonly leads to deficiencies in B vitamins, particularly thiamine, and vitamin C.
Question 5 of 5
A client with hyperparathyroidism is preparing for surgery. Which preoperative lab finding is most important to report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated calcium levels can cause complications during surgery and should be reported.
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