HESI LPN
HESI Fundamentals 2023 Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a subcutaneous injection of enoxaparin (Lovenox). Which site is most appropriate for the LPN/LVN to use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The abdomen is the most appropriate site for administering subcutaneous injections of enoxaparin (Lovenox). Enoxaparin is typically administered in the abdomen due to better absorption and reduced risk of injury to underlying structures. The deltoid muscle is not recommended for subcutaneous injections of enoxaparin due to the potential risk of injury to underlying structures. The ventrogluteal and dorsogluteal sites are more appropriate for intramuscular injections rather than subcutaneous injections.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from the caregiver of a 12-month-old infant who asks if the child is old enough for toilet training. Following an educational session with the nurse, the client agrees to postpone toilet training until the child is older. Learning has occurred in which of the following domains?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Affective. The caregiver's decision to postpone toilet training indicates a change in feelings or attitudes, which falls under the affective domain of learning. The affective domain relates to emotions, values, and attitudes. In this scenario, the caregiver's willingness to delay toilet training due to new information reflects a shift in attitude impacted by the educational session provided by the nurse. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect. The cognitive (choice A) domain involves intellectual skills and knowledge, the psychomotor (choice C) domain involves physical skills, and kinesthetic (choice D) is often used interchangeably with the psychomotor domain, which focuses on physical movement and coordination.
Question 3 of 5
A female client with chronic back pain has been taking muscle relaxants and analgesics to manage the discomfort, but is now experiencing an acute episode of pain that is not relieved by this medication regime. The client tells the nurse that she does not want to have back surgery for a herniated intervertebral disk, and reports that she has found acupuncture effective in resolving past acute episodes. Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acupuncture has been effective for the client previously, supporting continued use.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse receives a report that a client with an indwelling urinary catheter has an output of 150 mL for the previous 6-hour shift. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is to check the drainage tubing for a kink. A kink in the tubing can obstruct urine flow, potentially causing the low output. By addressing this first, the nurse can ensure that there are no physical obstructions hindering urine drainage. Reviewing the intake and output record is important, but addressing a possible kink in the tubing takes precedence as it directly affects urine flow. Notifying the healthcare provider should be considered after assessing and resolving immediate issues. Giving the client water to drink may be appropriate, but addressing a kink in the tubing is the priority to ensure proper function of the urinary catheter.
Question 5 of 5
Which serum blood finding in diabetic ketoacidosis alerts the nurse that immediate action is required?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A hematocrit (HCT) of 60 indicates severe dehydration, a critical condition in diabetic ketoacidosis that requires immediate intervention. Severe dehydration can lead to hypovolemic shock and organ failure. While a low pH below 7.3 is indicative of acidosis, it may not require immediate action compared to severe dehydration. A potassium level of 5.0 is within the normal range and not a critical finding in this scenario. PaO2 of 79% reflects oxygenation status, which is important but not the most critical finding requiring immediate action in diabetic ketoacidosis.
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