BSN 246: HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT EXAM QUESTIONS

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BSN 246: HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT EXAM QUESTIONS

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Question 1: A female client is recently diagnosed with Sarcoidosis. The client tells the registered nurse (RN) that she does not understand why she has this. When teaching about the occurrence of sarcoidosis, the RN should include that sarcoidosis most commonly occurs with which ethnic group of women?African American women.Caucasian women.Asian women.Hispanic women.

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aFace the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 2: While reviewing the client's electronic medical record (EMR), the registered nurse (RN) assesses a client who is at risk for a possible interaction with an over-the-counter (OTC) decongestant. Which client health history should the RN report to the healthcare provider concerning the OTC medication? (Select all that apply).Select all that apply Type I diabetes mellitus (DM).Closed angle glaucoma.Chronic hypertension.Rheumatoid arthritis.Crohn's disease.

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aFace the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.

Question 3: While caring for a client who has esophageal varices, which nursing intervention is most important for the registered nurse (RN) to implement?Monitor infusing IV fluids and any replacement blood products.Prepare for esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD).Maintain the client on strict bedrest.Insert a nasogastric tube (NGT) for intermittent suction.

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aFace the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 4: A client with chest pain, dizziness, and vomiting for the last 2 hours is admitted for evaluation for Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). Which cardiac biomarker should the registered nurse (RN) anticipate to be elevated if the client experienced myocardial damage?Creatine Kinase (CK-MB).Serum troponin.Myoglobin.Ischemia modified albumin.

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a Face the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 5: A female client calls the clinic and talks with the registered nurse (RN) to inquire about a possible reaction after taking amoxicillin for 5 days. She reports having vaginal discomfort, itching, and a white discharge. The RN should discuss which action with the client?Discontinue the antibiotic because original symptoms have subsided.Continue taking medication until finished until the symptoms subside.Consult with healthcare provider about another treatment for this effect.Use an over-the-counter (OTC) vaginal wash to flush out the secretions.

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aFace the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 6: A client is newly diagnosed with diverticulosis. The registered nurse (RN)is assessing the client's basic knowledge about the disease process. Which statement by the client conveys the client's understanding of the etiology of diverticula?Over use of laxatives for bowel regularity result in loss of peristaltic tone.Inflammation of the colon mucosa cause growths that protrude into the colon lumen.Diverticulosis is the result of high fiber diet and sedentary life style.Chronic constipation causes weakening of colon wall which result in out-pouching sacs.

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aFace the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting

with the client.Question 7: The registered nurse (RN) is teaching a client who is being discharged after treatment of tuberculosis (TB). Which cultural issues should the RN assess when preparing the client for discharge? (Select all that apply.) Select all that apply

• Native language

.B.Education level .C.Type of lifestyle.

• Financial resources.
• Previous medical history

.

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a Face the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 8: The registered nurse (RN) is teaching a client who is newly diagnosed with emphysema how to perform pursed lip breathing. What is the primary reason for teaching the client this method of breathing?Decreases respiratory rate.Increases O2 saturation throughout the body.Conserves energy while ambulating.Promotes CO2 elimination.

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aFace the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 9: The registered nurse (RN) is assessing a male client who arrives at the clinic with severe abdominal cramping, pain, tenesmus, and dehydration. The RN discovers that the client has had 14 to 20 loose stools with rectal bleeding. Which condition should the RN ask the client about his medical history?Irritable bowel syndrome.Diverticulitis.

Crohn's disease.Ulcerative colitis.

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aFace the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 10: A client with progressive hearing loss appears distressed when the registered nurse (RN) asks open-ended questions about the client's health history. Which forms of communication should the RN use?Select all that apply

• Face the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when

interacting with the client.

• Repeat information to the client if misunderstood.
• Check if the client's hearing aides are working properly.
• Reduce environmental noise surrounding the client.

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a Face the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 11: The registered nurse (RN) is interviewing a female client who states she has a persistent productive cough during the winter caused by bronchitis. Which additional finding should the RN assess for bronchitis?Phlegm production and wheezing.Smoking history.Hemoptysis.Night sweats.

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aFace the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.Question 12: The registered nurse (RN) reviews the new prescription, phenelzine (Nardil), a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), for a client on the psychiatric unit with depression. Which information is most important for the RN to assess?Consumptiion of any alcohol or tyramine-rich foods.Complaints of nausea or vomiting.Therapeutic serum drug levels.Blood pressure and pulse prior to taking each dose.