HESI RN EXIT EXAM 150 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026-2027 (45pages)

1. In planning care for a 6 month-old infant, what must the nurse provide to assist in thedevelopment of trust? A) Food B) Warmth C) Security D) Comfort 2. A nurse has just received a medication order which is not legible. Which statement bestreflects assertive communication? A) "I cannot give this medication as it is written. I have no idea of what you mean."B) "Would you please clarify what you have written so I am sure I am reading it correctly?" C) "I am having difficulty reading your handwriting. It would save me time if you would bemore careful." D) "Please print in the future so I do not have to spend extra time attempting to read yourwriting." 3. What is the most important consideration when teaching parents how to reduce risks in thehome? A) Age and knowledge level of the parents B) Proximity to emergency services C) Number of children in the home D) Age of children in the home 4. A 35 year-old client with sickle cell crisis is talking on the telephone but stops as thenurse enters the room to request something for pain. The nurse should A) Administer a placebo B) Encourage increased fluid intake C) Administer the prescribed analgesia D) Recommend relaxation exercises for pain control 5. While caring for a toddler with croup, which initial sign of croup requires the nurse'simmediate attention? A) Respiratory rate of 42 B) Lethargy for the past hour C) Apical pulse of 54 D) Coughing up copious secretions