Gerontology HESI Exam (2026) | RN Geriatric
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Gerontology HESI Exam 2 (2026) | RN Geriatric
Exam Prep | NGN Nursing Questions (Pdf)
Questions and Revised Correct Answers, 100%
Guarantee Pass GRADED A+
The healthcare provider prescribes a new medication, atorvastatin (Lipitor), for
an older client who arrives at the clinic for an annual physical examination. What
common side effect should the registered nurse (RN) advise the client to
observe with this medication?
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Exam
A. Constipation
B. Headaches
C. Muscle weakness
D. Nausea and vomiting –
Correct Answer :(B) Headaches
Rationale:
Headaches (B) are the most common side effect with this medication, which the
RN should direct the client to report. (A and C) are rare occurrences with this
medication. (D) is not considered a side effect of this medication.
After a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), an older man returns to
the medical surgical floor with a 3-way indwelling urinary catheter. The
registered nurse (RN) observes the catheter's tubing for drainage when the
client states that he needs to void. What should the RN implement based on
this finding?
A. Irrigate the bladder through the catheter port
B. Remove the indwelling catheter
C. Explain that urgency is expected
D. Notify the healthcare provider of the symptom –
Correct Answer :(A) Irrigate the bladder through the catheter port
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Rationale:
The feeling of urgency can be caused by blood clots that can occlude drainage
of the catheter, which is a common occurrence in the first 72 hours after a
TURP. The urgency is an indication that the client's bladder is not emptying, and
the RN should irrigate catheter (A) to relieve symptoms caused by a clot. (B)
and (C) should not be implemented. (D) should be implemented after
determining if the irrigation was effective in relieving the client's complaint.
An older client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) has an arteriovenous fistula
(AV) in the left forearm for for hemodialysis. After palpating the AV fistula, which
finding is an indication that the AV fistula is functioning properly?
A. Enlarged veins
B. Redness around the site
C. Decreased pulses below fistula
D. Marked ecchymotic areas –
Correct Answer :(A) Enlarged veins
Rationale: The mixing of arterial and venous blood in an AV fistula causes the
veins to enlarge (A), which facilitate cancelation for hemodialysis. (B) may be
related to local infection or inflammation and is not a normal finding. (C) and (D)
are abnormal findings that should be reported immediately.
A+ TEST BANK 3
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Exam
During the quarterly evaluations of the clients in the assisted living community,
the registered nurse (RN) assesses for findings of failure to thrive in the older
population. What findings should the RN document and report as
manifestations related to failure to thrive? (Select all that apply.)
A. Unintentional weight loss
B. Increased weakness
C. Increased amounts of sleep
D. Irritation and agitation
E. Seeking constant attention from caregiver –
Correct Answer :(A) Unintentional weight loss
(B) Increased weakness
(C) Increased amounts of sleep
Rationale:
(A, B and C) are correct. Symptoms of failure to thrive in the older population
include weight loss, weakness and excessive sleep, which should be
documented and evaluated by a healthcare provider immediately. (D and E) are
not usual signs and symptoms of failure to thrive but should be reviewed by the
healthcare provider.
The registered nurse (RN) is reinforcing discharge instructions to the family of an
older client with failure to thrive. What information should the RN include to
promote nutritional intake for the client? (Select all that apply.)
A+ TEST BANK 4
Exam
Gerontology HESI Exam 2 (2026) | RN Geriatric
Exam Prep | NGN Nursing Questions (Pdf)
Questions and Revised Correct Answers, 100%
Guarantee Pass GRADED A+
The healthcare provider prescribes a new medication, atorvastatin (Lipitor), for
an older client who arrives at the clinic for an annual physical examination. What
common side effect should the registered nurse (RN) advise the client to
observe with this medication?
A+ TEST BANK 1
, Gerontology HESI Exam (2026) | RN Geriatric
Exam
A. Constipation
B. Headaches
C. Muscle weakness
D. Nausea and vomiting –
Correct Answer :(B) Headaches
Rationale:
Headaches (B) are the most common side effect with this medication, which the
RN should direct the client to report. (A and C) are rare occurrences with this
medication. (D) is not considered a side effect of this medication.
After a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), an older man returns to
the medical surgical floor with a 3-way indwelling urinary catheter. The
registered nurse (RN) observes the catheter's tubing for drainage when the
client states that he needs to void. What should the RN implement based on
this finding?
A. Irrigate the bladder through the catheter port
B. Remove the indwelling catheter
C. Explain that urgency is expected
D. Notify the healthcare provider of the symptom –
Correct Answer :(A) Irrigate the bladder through the catheter port
A+ TEST BANK 2
, Gerontology HESI Exam (2026) | RN Geriatric
Exam
Rationale:
The feeling of urgency can be caused by blood clots that can occlude drainage
of the catheter, which is a common occurrence in the first 72 hours after a
TURP. The urgency is an indication that the client's bladder is not emptying, and
the RN should irrigate catheter (A) to relieve symptoms caused by a clot. (B)
and (C) should not be implemented. (D) should be implemented after
determining if the irrigation was effective in relieving the client's complaint.
An older client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) has an arteriovenous fistula
(AV) in the left forearm for for hemodialysis. After palpating the AV fistula, which
finding is an indication that the AV fistula is functioning properly?
A. Enlarged veins
B. Redness around the site
C. Decreased pulses below fistula
D. Marked ecchymotic areas –
Correct Answer :(A) Enlarged veins
Rationale: The mixing of arterial and venous blood in an AV fistula causes the
veins to enlarge (A), which facilitate cancelation for hemodialysis. (B) may be
related to local infection or inflammation and is not a normal finding. (C) and (D)
are abnormal findings that should be reported immediately.
A+ TEST BANK 3
, Gerontology HESI Exam (2026) | RN Geriatric
Exam
During the quarterly evaluations of the clients in the assisted living community,
the registered nurse (RN) assesses for findings of failure to thrive in the older
population. What findings should the RN document and report as
manifestations related to failure to thrive? (Select all that apply.)
A. Unintentional weight loss
B. Increased weakness
C. Increased amounts of sleep
D. Irritation and agitation
E. Seeking constant attention from caregiver –
Correct Answer :(A) Unintentional weight loss
(B) Increased weakness
(C) Increased amounts of sleep
Rationale:
(A, B and C) are correct. Symptoms of failure to thrive in the older population
include weight loss, weakness and excessive sleep, which should be
documented and evaluated by a healthcare provider immediately. (D and E) are
not usual signs and symptoms of failure to thrive but should be reviewed by the
healthcare provider.
The registered nurse (RN) is reinforcing discharge instructions to the family of an
older client with failure to thrive. What information should the RN include to
promote nutritional intake for the client? (Select all that apply.)
A+ TEST BANK 4
