PN HESI EXIT EXAM 2026 UPDATE QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWES ALREADY
GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW VISION)
Hemoglobin level requiring medication consultation - ANS-Withhold Aspirin (ASA)
until consulting with the charge nurse for a client with hemoglobin of 8.0 g/dL.
Complete blood count assessment - ANS-Assess the client for infection based on
CBC results.
Platelet reference range - ANS-150,000 to 400,000/mm^3 (150 to 400 x 10^9/L).
Hemoglobin reference range - ANS-12 to 16 g/dL or 120 to 160 g/L.
Hematocrit reference range - ANS-37% to 47% (0.37 to 0.47 volume fraction).
Red Blood Cell Count (RBC) reference range - ANS-4.2 to 5.4 x 10^6/µL (4.2 to 5.4 x
10^12/L).
White Blood Cell (WBC) reference range - ANS-5,000 to 10,000/mm^3.
Telephone prescription - ANS-A prescription given over the phone that must be
signed by the prescriber within 24 hours.
Discharge criteria for pediatric surgery - ANS-The most important finding to obtain
before discharging a child post-surgery is the ability to void.
Erythema manifestation - ANS-Signs of erythema are most likely to appear on the
sacrum when turning a client with right-sided paralysis.
Focused assessment for heart failure - ANS-The first focused assessment for a
client with left-sided heart failure should be bilateral lung sounds.
Seizure disorder precautions - ANS-To avoid seizure episodes, clients should seek
a safe place if sensing dizziness, avoid flashing lights, and stay well rested.
Keratolytic properties - ANS-A preparation with keratolytic properties is indicated
by softer scaly areas of the skin with less peeling.
Spiritual distress intervention - ANS-The practical nurse should determine the
client's belief system when caring for a client experiencing spiritual distress.
, Intraocular lens implant discharge teaching - ANS-A comment indicating additional
teaching is necessary is that driving can resume a week after discharge.
Symptoms of immunosuppression - ANS-Immunosuppressed clients are likely to
exhibit a persistent common cold during the early stage of the disease.
Hemothorax management - ANS-Additional sterile water should be added to the suction
chamber to the 20 cm level.
Oral suctioning indication - ANS-The practical nurse (PN) should perform oral suctioning
for a client with dysphagia.
Immunization consent - ANS-Obtain signed consent from the parents for administration
of Hepatitis B vaccine.
Medical asepsis handwashing - ANS-Hold the hands lower than the elbows to promote
microbe removal.
TPAL documentation - ANS-Term 2, Premature 0, Abortion 3, Living 2.
Neurologic status assessment - ANS-Consciousness level, Vital sign measurement,
Pupillary reactions.
Smoking cessation response - ANS-Provide information to the client about risks
associated with smokeless tobacco.
Postoperative pain management - ANS-Guide the client through slow, rhythmic
breathing.
Clostridium difficile precautions - ANS-Don non-sterile gloves when performing direct
care.
Clear liquid diet - ANS-A diet prescribed the first postoperative day for a client who had
an abdominal hysterectomy.
Clear carbonated drinks - ANS-A type of beverage that can be included in a clear liquid
diet.
Apple juice - ANS-A type of beverage that can be included in a clear liquid diet.
Popsicle - ANS-A frozen treat that can be included in a clear liquid diet.
Beef bouillon broth - ANS-A type of broth that can be included in a clear liquid diet.
AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWES ALREADY
GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW VISION)
Hemoglobin level requiring medication consultation - ANS-Withhold Aspirin (ASA)
until consulting with the charge nurse for a client with hemoglobin of 8.0 g/dL.
Complete blood count assessment - ANS-Assess the client for infection based on
CBC results.
Platelet reference range - ANS-150,000 to 400,000/mm^3 (150 to 400 x 10^9/L).
Hemoglobin reference range - ANS-12 to 16 g/dL or 120 to 160 g/L.
Hematocrit reference range - ANS-37% to 47% (0.37 to 0.47 volume fraction).
Red Blood Cell Count (RBC) reference range - ANS-4.2 to 5.4 x 10^6/µL (4.2 to 5.4 x
10^12/L).
White Blood Cell (WBC) reference range - ANS-5,000 to 10,000/mm^3.
Telephone prescription - ANS-A prescription given over the phone that must be
signed by the prescriber within 24 hours.
Discharge criteria for pediatric surgery - ANS-The most important finding to obtain
before discharging a child post-surgery is the ability to void.
Erythema manifestation - ANS-Signs of erythema are most likely to appear on the
sacrum when turning a client with right-sided paralysis.
Focused assessment for heart failure - ANS-The first focused assessment for a
client with left-sided heart failure should be bilateral lung sounds.
Seizure disorder precautions - ANS-To avoid seizure episodes, clients should seek
a safe place if sensing dizziness, avoid flashing lights, and stay well rested.
Keratolytic properties - ANS-A preparation with keratolytic properties is indicated
by softer scaly areas of the skin with less peeling.
Spiritual distress intervention - ANS-The practical nurse should determine the
client's belief system when caring for a client experiencing spiritual distress.
, Intraocular lens implant discharge teaching - ANS-A comment indicating additional
teaching is necessary is that driving can resume a week after discharge.
Symptoms of immunosuppression - ANS-Immunosuppressed clients are likely to
exhibit a persistent common cold during the early stage of the disease.
Hemothorax management - ANS-Additional sterile water should be added to the suction
chamber to the 20 cm level.
Oral suctioning indication - ANS-The practical nurse (PN) should perform oral suctioning
for a client with dysphagia.
Immunization consent - ANS-Obtain signed consent from the parents for administration
of Hepatitis B vaccine.
Medical asepsis handwashing - ANS-Hold the hands lower than the elbows to promote
microbe removal.
TPAL documentation - ANS-Term 2, Premature 0, Abortion 3, Living 2.
Neurologic status assessment - ANS-Consciousness level, Vital sign measurement,
Pupillary reactions.
Smoking cessation response - ANS-Provide information to the client about risks
associated with smokeless tobacco.
Postoperative pain management - ANS-Guide the client through slow, rhythmic
breathing.
Clostridium difficile precautions - ANS-Don non-sterile gloves when performing direct
care.
Clear liquid diet - ANS-A diet prescribed the first postoperative day for a client who had
an abdominal hysterectomy.
Clear carbonated drinks - ANS-A type of beverage that can be included in a clear liquid
diet.
Apple juice - ANS-A type of beverage that can be included in a clear liquid diet.
Popsicle - ANS-A frozen treat that can be included in a clear liquid diet.
Beef bouillon broth - ANS-A type of broth that can be included in a clear liquid diet.
