RN HESI MED-SURG FINAL PAPER 2026
DETAILED QUESTIONS ACCURATE
ANSWERS PREMIUM QUALITY
◉ Multiple Myeloma
Answer: Malignancy of plasma cells that causes bone
demineralization and hypercalcemia
Maintain hydration to promote calcium excretion
◉ Diverticulitis
Answer: Bulging pouches in GI wall that become inflamed
Usually no discomfort --> can be seen on radiologic examination
*S/S: L. lower quad pain, increased flatus, rectal bleeding, low grade
fever*
◉ Diverticulitis Interventions
Answer: Well balanced, high fiber diet,
, Bulk forming laxatives
Increase fluids 3L
Monitor I/Os
◉ What type of bacteria is more resistant to drugs and harder to
treat?
Answer: Gram negative bacteria
◉ When do you take peak and trough levels for antibiotic
medications?
Answer: Trough: 5 minutes before next dose
Peak: 30 minutes after dose
◉ Pacemaker Complications
Answer: Feelings of dizziness b/c of decreased HR and decreased CO
Instruct patient to:
-Report low pulse rate
DETAILED QUESTIONS ACCURATE
ANSWERS PREMIUM QUALITY
◉ Multiple Myeloma
Answer: Malignancy of plasma cells that causes bone
demineralization and hypercalcemia
Maintain hydration to promote calcium excretion
◉ Diverticulitis
Answer: Bulging pouches in GI wall that become inflamed
Usually no discomfort --> can be seen on radiologic examination
*S/S: L. lower quad pain, increased flatus, rectal bleeding, low grade
fever*
◉ Diverticulitis Interventions
Answer: Well balanced, high fiber diet,
, Bulk forming laxatives
Increase fluids 3L
Monitor I/Os
◉ What type of bacteria is more resistant to drugs and harder to
treat?
Answer: Gram negative bacteria
◉ When do you take peak and trough levels for antibiotic
medications?
Answer: Trough: 5 minutes before next dose
Peak: 30 minutes after dose
◉ Pacemaker Complications
Answer: Feelings of dizziness b/c of decreased HR and decreased CO
Instruct patient to:
-Report low pulse rate
