HESI RN
Community Health HESI Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a nasogastric tube to continuous suction. Which electrolyte imbalance should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypokalemia is a common electrolyte imbalance in clients with a nasogastric tube to continuous suction because potassium is lost through gastric fluids.
Question 2 of 5
A female client reports to the nurse that her sleep was interrupted by 'thoughts of anger towards my husband.' What type of thoughts is the client having?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obsessive thoughts are thoughts that the client is unable to control.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for a scheduled surgical procedure. What client statement should the nurse report to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client's intake of juice after midnight should be reported due to the increased risk of aspiration while under general anesthesia.
Question 4 of 5
A public health nurse is evaluating a program designed to reduce the incidence of diabetes in the community. Which outcome indicates that the program is successful?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A reduction in diabetes-related complications indicates that individuals are effectively managing their condition and the program is successful.
Question 5 of 5
A public health nurse is working with a community to improve access to mental health services. Which intervention is most likely to be effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Setting up mental health clinics in accessible locations makes it easier for community members to access the care they need.
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