HESI RN
Community Health HESI Questions
Question 1 of 5
An older female client tells the home health nurse that she has no money, and since she does not deserve to eat, she has not asked anyone to bring her food. What information is most important for a nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing for suicidal ideation is critical to ensure the client's immediate safety.
Question 2 of 5
Following an emergency Cesarean delivery, the nurse encourages the new mother to breastfeed her newborn. The client asks why she should breastfeed now. Which information should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When the infant suckles at the breast, oxytocin is released by the posterior pituitary to stimulate the 'letdown' reflex and contract the uterus to prevent uterine hemorrhage.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of hypertension is admitted with a blood pressure of 200/120 mm Hg. Which medication should the nurse prepare to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nitroprusside (Nipride) is a vasodilator used to rapidly reduce blood pressure in hypertensive emergencies.
Question 4 of 5
A public health nurse is developing a campaign to promote breast cancer screening. Which population should be the primary target of this campaign?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is women aged 40-50. This age group is at an increased risk for breast cancer and should be the primary target for screening campaigns. Women in this age range are more likely to benefit from regular screening as early detection can lead to better outcomes. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because women aged 20-30 are generally not recommended for routine screening due to their lower risk, women aged 30-40 have a moderate risk but are not the primary target group, and women aged 50-60 should still be screened but targeting the 40-50 age group is more crucial for early detection and intervention.
Question 5 of 5
During a 2 wk postoperative follow-up home visit, a female client who had gastric bypass surgery exhibits bad tenderness, shoulder pain, & describes feelings of malaise. Her vital signs are: T 101.8, BP 100/50, HR 104, and RR 18. Which action should the RN take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The client shows signs of a potential postoperative complication that requires immediate hospital assessment.
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