HESI PRACTICE EXAM 2026 WITH ACTUAL
CORRECT QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
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QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS|ALREADY
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An older male client with Alzheimer's disease is admitted to an extended care facility. Which
intervention should the PN include in the client's nursing care plan?
A. Plan to have the same nursing staff provide care for the client whenever possible
B. Describe the activities available to residents and encourage him to choose the ones he
prefers
C. Encourage the client to remain on the unit for three weeks until he is oriented to his new
surroundings
D. Introduce the client to the nursing staff and other residents as soon as possible
A
A female client taking a liquid iron preparation expresses concern that her tooth color has
darkened since starting the medication. What action should the PN implement?
A. Teach the client to use a straw when taking the medication to reduce further tooth staining
B. Advise the client to withhold further doses until consulting with the HCP
C. Reassure the client that this change indicates the medication is having the desired effect
D. Determine if the client is also experiencing mouth or gum pain and difficulty swallowing
C
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,While conducting a mental status examination of a newly admitted male client, the PN notes
that his head is lowered and he shows no emotion or expression when speaking. Based on
these observation, what documentation should the PN include?
A. Impaired verbalization
B. Depressed mood
C. Flat effect
D. Diminished LOC
B
A client tells the PN that she has a family history of cancer and has increased the amount of
dairy products in her diet to reduce her risk of getting cancer. How should the PN respond?
A. Encourage the client to get plenty of exercise as well as the dietary change
B. Provide written information about the seven warning signs of cancer
C. Remind the client to make sure that the dairy products are fortified with Vitamin D
D. Suggest that an increase in fruits and vegetables is more beneficial
D
A new mother who is breastfeeding her newborn for the first time after delivery reports nipple
pain when the baby sucks. Based on this client problem, which action should the PN take?
A. Ensure that all the areolar tissue of the nipple is in the infant's mouth
B. Have the mother reposition the infant from the cradle to the football hold
C. Check for engorgement and check the nipples for cracks or lesions
D. Apply an ice pack to the breast for 10 minutes before each testing
A
A homeless male client with a history of alcohol abuse had a CVA 10 years ago that resulted in
left hemiparesis. Today he is brought to the clinic reporting pain in his left leg. He is afebrile, has
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,4+ pitting edema in the lower left leg, and has minimal swelling of the right leg. Which action
should the PN implement first?
A. Obtain a blood alcohol test
B. Inspect legs for infection or trauma
C. Complete a mental status exam
D. Inquire about dietary salt intake
B
During a routine prenatal visit at the antepartal clinic, a multipara at 35-weeks gestation
presents with 2+ edema of the ankles and edema. Which additional information should the PN
report to the RN?
A. Due date
B. Blood pressure
C. Gravida and parity
D> Fundal height
B
At a community immunization clinic, the PN is planning to administer a 1 mL intramuscular
injection to a 6-month old. Which action should the PN include in administering the IM
injection? Select All That Apply
A. Encourage the parent to hold the child securely
B. Use a Z-track technique for best absorption
C. Inject the needle at a 90 degree angle
D. Palpate the landmarks for the deltoid muscle
E. Locate the vastus lateralis muscle
A,C,E
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, A female Native American client who is receiving chemotherapy places a native artifact, an
Indian medicine wheel in her hospital room. The HCP removes the medicine wheel and tells the
client, "This type of thing does not belong in the hospital." Which intervention should the PN
implement?
A. Teach the client the importance of implementing the chemotherapy regimen
B. Act as the client's advocate when discussing the issue with the HCP
C. Consult with a Native American healer regarding the proper use of a medicine wheel
D. Report the client's feelings of culture shock to the HCP
B
The HCP gives a pregnant women a prescription for one prenatal vitamin with iron daily, and
tells her that she needs to increase foods in her diet because her hemoglobin is 8.2 grams/dL.
When a list of iron rich foods is given to the client, She tells the PN that she is vegetarian and
does not eat anything that "bleeds." Which instruction should the PN provide? Select All That
Apply
A. Take two prenatal vitamins with iron daily
B. Increase green leafy vegetables in the diet
C. Oatmeal is a good choice for breakfast
D. Add lentils and black beans to soup
E. Eat red meat just until the anemia is resolved
B,C,D
A client is complaining of a tingling sensation in the fingers, nose tip, and ear lobes 24-hours
after a total thyroidectomy. Which measure should the PN implement first?
A. Apply sequential compression devices bilaterally
B. Initiate prescribed L-thyroxine replacement therapy
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CORRECT QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
DETAILED ANSWERS |CURRENTLY TESTING
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS|ALREADY
GRADED A+ |JUST
RELEASED!!|GUARANTEED PASS
An older male client with Alzheimer's disease is admitted to an extended care facility. Which
intervention should the PN include in the client's nursing care plan?
A. Plan to have the same nursing staff provide care for the client whenever possible
B. Describe the activities available to residents and encourage him to choose the ones he
prefers
C. Encourage the client to remain on the unit for three weeks until he is oriented to his new
surroundings
D. Introduce the client to the nursing staff and other residents as soon as possible
A
A female client taking a liquid iron preparation expresses concern that her tooth color has
darkened since starting the medication. What action should the PN implement?
A. Teach the client to use a straw when taking the medication to reduce further tooth staining
B. Advise the client to withhold further doses until consulting with the HCP
C. Reassure the client that this change indicates the medication is having the desired effect
D. Determine if the client is also experiencing mouth or gum pain and difficulty swallowing
C
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,While conducting a mental status examination of a newly admitted male client, the PN notes
that his head is lowered and he shows no emotion or expression when speaking. Based on
these observation, what documentation should the PN include?
A. Impaired verbalization
B. Depressed mood
C. Flat effect
D. Diminished LOC
B
A client tells the PN that she has a family history of cancer and has increased the amount of
dairy products in her diet to reduce her risk of getting cancer. How should the PN respond?
A. Encourage the client to get plenty of exercise as well as the dietary change
B. Provide written information about the seven warning signs of cancer
C. Remind the client to make sure that the dairy products are fortified with Vitamin D
D. Suggest that an increase in fruits and vegetables is more beneficial
D
A new mother who is breastfeeding her newborn for the first time after delivery reports nipple
pain when the baby sucks. Based on this client problem, which action should the PN take?
A. Ensure that all the areolar tissue of the nipple is in the infant's mouth
B. Have the mother reposition the infant from the cradle to the football hold
C. Check for engorgement and check the nipples for cracks or lesions
D. Apply an ice pack to the breast for 10 minutes before each testing
A
A homeless male client with a history of alcohol abuse had a CVA 10 years ago that resulted in
left hemiparesis. Today he is brought to the clinic reporting pain in his left leg. He is afebrile, has
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,4+ pitting edema in the lower left leg, and has minimal swelling of the right leg. Which action
should the PN implement first?
A. Obtain a blood alcohol test
B. Inspect legs for infection or trauma
C. Complete a mental status exam
D. Inquire about dietary salt intake
B
During a routine prenatal visit at the antepartal clinic, a multipara at 35-weeks gestation
presents with 2+ edema of the ankles and edema. Which additional information should the PN
report to the RN?
A. Due date
B. Blood pressure
C. Gravida and parity
D> Fundal height
B
At a community immunization clinic, the PN is planning to administer a 1 mL intramuscular
injection to a 6-month old. Which action should the PN include in administering the IM
injection? Select All That Apply
A. Encourage the parent to hold the child securely
B. Use a Z-track technique for best absorption
C. Inject the needle at a 90 degree angle
D. Palpate the landmarks for the deltoid muscle
E. Locate the vastus lateralis muscle
A,C,E
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, A female Native American client who is receiving chemotherapy places a native artifact, an
Indian medicine wheel in her hospital room. The HCP removes the medicine wheel and tells the
client, "This type of thing does not belong in the hospital." Which intervention should the PN
implement?
A. Teach the client the importance of implementing the chemotherapy regimen
B. Act as the client's advocate when discussing the issue with the HCP
C. Consult with a Native American healer regarding the proper use of a medicine wheel
D. Report the client's feelings of culture shock to the HCP
B
The HCP gives a pregnant women a prescription for one prenatal vitamin with iron daily, and
tells her that she needs to increase foods in her diet because her hemoglobin is 8.2 grams/dL.
When a list of iron rich foods is given to the client, She tells the PN that she is vegetarian and
does not eat anything that "bleeds." Which instruction should the PN provide? Select All That
Apply
A. Take two prenatal vitamins with iron daily
B. Increase green leafy vegetables in the diet
C. Oatmeal is a good choice for breakfast
D. Add lentils and black beans to soup
E. Eat red meat just until the anemia is resolved
B,C,D
A client is complaining of a tingling sensation in the fingers, nose tip, and ear lobes 24-hours
after a total thyroidectomy. Which measure should the PN implement first?
A. Apply sequential compression devices bilaterally
B. Initiate prescribed L-thyroxine replacement therapy
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