BSN 225 HESI Practice Test 1 Study Guide 2026 | Complete
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1. Which client is identified as having the highest protein requirement according
to the provided scenario?
A school-aged child with Type 2 diabetes.
An elderly man being treated for a peptic ulcer.
A lactating woman nursing her 3-day-old infant.
A college-age track runner with a sprained ankle.
2. Why is chocolate pudding considered a suitable snack for clients with
myasthenia gravis?
Chocolate pudding is a low-calorie option that helps with weight
management.
Chocolate pudding contains essential vitamins that boost the immune
system.
Chocolate pudding is high in fiber, which aids digestion.
Chocolate pudding is easy to swallow and provides necessary
calories without requiring significant chewing.
3. Why is it essential for a client to have a complete physical examination before
starting an intensive exercise program?
Physical examinations are only important for older adults, not for
younger clients.
The examination is mainly to check for weight loss progress rather
than fitness for exercise.
A complete physical examination ensures the client is fit for exercise
and identifies any potential health risks.
, It is not necessary; clients can start exercising whenever they feel
ready.
4. Describe the importance of proper technique in transferring a client from a
bed to a chair.
Proper technique is only required when using a wheelchair.
Proper technique is only necessary for elderly clients.
Proper technique is less important than speed in transfers.
Proper technique ensures the client's safety and minimizes the risk
of injury to both the client and the caregiver.
5. During an interview, which questions provide the most useful information
about a patient's chest pain?
problem-seeking responses
close-ended questions
open-ended questions
back channeling
6. Why is it important to adjust the medication schedule after a missed dose of
levofloxacin?
To avoid potential side effects from the medication.
To allow the client to rest before the next dose.
To ensure the client receives the medication consistently and
maintains therapeutic levels.
To comply with hospital policy on medication administration.
,7. Describe the significance of placing the stethoscope in the correct location
when assessing heart sounds.
Placing the stethoscope correctly allows for accurate assessment of
heart sounds, which can indicate underlying cardiac issues.
Only the left side of the chest is relevant for lung sounds.
The location does not affect the clarity of the sounds heard.
It is not important where the stethoscope is placed as heart sounds
can be heard anywhere.
8. What is the most important reason for starting intravenous infusions in the
upper extremities rather than the lower extremities of adults?
A decreased flow rate could result in the formation of a thrombosis.
It is more difficult to find a superficial vein in the feet and ankles.
A cannulated extremity is more difficult to move when the leg or foot
is used.
9. A nurse is converting the dosage of a medication to a different unit in the
metric system. The medication label specifies the drug as being 0.5 g per
tablet. The order is for 500 mg. How many tablets will the nurse give?
1
2
5
10
10. If a patient is instructed to take theophylline at 8 a.m., 4 p.m., and midnight,
how might the nurse adjust the schedule if the patient has a night shift job
starting at 10 p.m.?
, The nurse should suggest taking theophylline every 6 hours
regardless of the patient's schedule.
The nurse should recommend taking theophylline only during work
hours.
The nurse might advise the patient to take theophylline at 8 a.m., 4
p.m., and 10 p.m.
The nurse should instruct the patient to skip the midnight dose.
11. What happens to the body's receptors when exposed to heat over time?
They adapt.
They become more sensitive.
They stop functioning.
They increase in number.
12. What is the appropriate response for a nurse when a patient refuses to
discuss their surgery?
I will ask a woman who has had a mastectomy to come by and share
her experiences with you.
It is normal to feel angry and depressed about this situation.
It is OK if you don't want to talk about your surgery. I will be
available when you are ready.
You should try to face your fears about the surgery.
13. Interpret the significance of a patient being disoriented to place and time in
a clinical setting.
It suggests the patient is simply tired and needs rest.
It means the patient is experiencing normal aging.
Review | Graded A+|Nightingale
1. Which client is identified as having the highest protein requirement according
to the provided scenario?
A school-aged child with Type 2 diabetes.
An elderly man being treated for a peptic ulcer.
A lactating woman nursing her 3-day-old infant.
A college-age track runner with a sprained ankle.
2. Why is chocolate pudding considered a suitable snack for clients with
myasthenia gravis?
Chocolate pudding is a low-calorie option that helps with weight
management.
Chocolate pudding contains essential vitamins that boost the immune
system.
Chocolate pudding is high in fiber, which aids digestion.
Chocolate pudding is easy to swallow and provides necessary
calories without requiring significant chewing.
3. Why is it essential for a client to have a complete physical examination before
starting an intensive exercise program?
Physical examinations are only important for older adults, not for
younger clients.
The examination is mainly to check for weight loss progress rather
than fitness for exercise.
A complete physical examination ensures the client is fit for exercise
and identifies any potential health risks.
, It is not necessary; clients can start exercising whenever they feel
ready.
4. Describe the importance of proper technique in transferring a client from a
bed to a chair.
Proper technique is only required when using a wheelchair.
Proper technique is only necessary for elderly clients.
Proper technique is less important than speed in transfers.
Proper technique ensures the client's safety and minimizes the risk
of injury to both the client and the caregiver.
5. During an interview, which questions provide the most useful information
about a patient's chest pain?
problem-seeking responses
close-ended questions
open-ended questions
back channeling
6. Why is it important to adjust the medication schedule after a missed dose of
levofloxacin?
To avoid potential side effects from the medication.
To allow the client to rest before the next dose.
To ensure the client receives the medication consistently and
maintains therapeutic levels.
To comply with hospital policy on medication administration.
,7. Describe the significance of placing the stethoscope in the correct location
when assessing heart sounds.
Placing the stethoscope correctly allows for accurate assessment of
heart sounds, which can indicate underlying cardiac issues.
Only the left side of the chest is relevant for lung sounds.
The location does not affect the clarity of the sounds heard.
It is not important where the stethoscope is placed as heart sounds
can be heard anywhere.
8. What is the most important reason for starting intravenous infusions in the
upper extremities rather than the lower extremities of adults?
A decreased flow rate could result in the formation of a thrombosis.
It is more difficult to find a superficial vein in the feet and ankles.
A cannulated extremity is more difficult to move when the leg or foot
is used.
9. A nurse is converting the dosage of a medication to a different unit in the
metric system. The medication label specifies the drug as being 0.5 g per
tablet. The order is for 500 mg. How many tablets will the nurse give?
1
2
5
10
10. If a patient is instructed to take theophylline at 8 a.m., 4 p.m., and midnight,
how might the nurse adjust the schedule if the patient has a night shift job
starting at 10 p.m.?
, The nurse should suggest taking theophylline every 6 hours
regardless of the patient's schedule.
The nurse should recommend taking theophylline only during work
hours.
The nurse might advise the patient to take theophylline at 8 a.m., 4
p.m., and 10 p.m.
The nurse should instruct the patient to skip the midnight dose.
11. What happens to the body's receptors when exposed to heat over time?
They adapt.
They become more sensitive.
They stop functioning.
They increase in number.
12. What is the appropriate response for a nurse when a patient refuses to
discuss their surgery?
I will ask a woman who has had a mastectomy to come by and share
her experiences with you.
It is normal to feel angry and depressed about this situation.
It is OK if you don't want to talk about your surgery. I will be
available when you are ready.
You should try to face your fears about the surgery.
13. Interpret the significance of a patient being disoriented to place and time in
a clinical setting.
It suggests the patient is simply tired and needs rest.
It means the patient is experiencing normal aging.
