HESI RN BASIC CARE AND COMFORT ACCURATE
COMPREHENSIVE PRACTICE EXAM WITH ALL
POSSIBLE APPROVED WELL ELABORATED
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT
VERIFIED ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES
PLUS EXPERT ANSWER KEY (100% CORRECT
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS) 2026-2027 CURRENTLY
UPDATED VERSION Q&A GUARANTEED PASS A+
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1. A client reports difficulty sleeping in the hospital due to noise and
interruptions. Which intervention is most appropriate for the
nurse to implement first?
A. Request a sedative from the healthcare provider
B. Cluster nursing care activities to minimize interruptions
C. Move the client to a room near the nurses station
D. Encourage the client to take daytime naps
B
Clustering care allows for uninterrupted periods of rest,
addressing the primary complaint of noise and interruptions
without medication. Moving near the nurse station would
increase noise, and daytime naps may disrupt nighttime sleep.
,2. The nurse is providing perineal care to an uncircumcised male
client. Which action is essential?
A. Leave the foreskin retracted after cleaning
B. Retract the foreskin, clean the area, and return the foreskin to
its natural position
C. Clean only the external surface without retracting the foreskin
D. Apply powder liberally under the foreskin
B
The foreskin must be retracted to clean the glans and then
returned to its natural position to prevent paraphimosis, a
condition where the retracted foreskin constricts the penis and
impairs circulation.
3. A client with dysphagia is prescribed a mechanical soft diet. Which
food selection indicates the client understands the diet
restrictions?
A. Raw carrot sticks
B. Peanut butter sandwich on whole wheat bread
C. Ground meat with gravy
D. Dry toast with jelly
C
Ground meat with gravy has a moist, soft texture that is easy to
swallow. Raw vegetables, sticky peanut butter, and dry toast are
difficult to manipulate and swallow for clients with dysphagia.
4. The nurse is teaching a client about proper body mechanics to
prevent back injury. Which statement by the client indicates a
need for further teaching?
A. I should bend at my knees when lifting objects
B. I should hold objects close to my body when carrying them
C. I should twist at the waist when turning to place an object
D. I should push rather than pull heavy objects
, C
Twisting at the waist places excessive strain on the spinal
structures and increases the risk of back injury. The client should
pivot the feet to turn the entire body instead of twisting the
torso.
5. Which nursing action is most effective in preventing skin
breakdown in an immobile client?
A. Massaging reddened areas vigorously
B. Repositioning the client every two hours
C. Keeping the head of the bed elevated at all times
D. Applying a heating pad to bony prominences
B
Frequent repositioning relieves pressure on bony prominences
and promotes circulation, which is the most effective measure
for preventing pressure injuries. Massaging reddened areas can
damage fragile capillaries, and elevated head of bed increases
sacral pressure.
6. A client with urinary incontinence has an indwelling catheter.
Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
A. Clean the perineal area with soap and water daily and after
bowel movements
B. Keep the drainage bag above the level of the bladder
C. Empty the drainage bag only when completely full
D. Irrigate the catheter daily to maintain patency
A
Routine perineal hygiene reduces the risk of catheter-associated
urinary tract infection. The drainage bag should remain below
the bladder, be emptied regularly, and routine irrigation is not
recommended unless specifically ordered.
, 7. The nurse is caring for a client who requires contact precautions.
Which personal protective equipment is essential when providing
perineal care?
A. Gloves and gown
B. Gloves only
C. Gloves and mask
D. Gloves, gown, and goggles
A
Contact precautions require gloves and a gown when there is
potential for direct contact with the client or contaminated
surfaces. A mask is not required for contact precautions unless
droplet transmission is also a concern.
8. A client is learning to use a walker after hip surgery. Which
observation indicates proper use?
A. The client slides the walker forward while leaning back
B. The client moves the walker forward, then steps into the
walker
C. The client places the walker behind them for support
D. The client lifts the walker and swings it forward while stepping
simultaneously
B
Proper walker technique involves moving the walker forward
first, then stepping into the walker with the affected leg
followed by the unaffected leg. This provides a stable base of
support.
9. The nurse is preparing to transfer a client from bed to chair using
a mechanical lift. Which action is most important for safety?
A. Position the chair as far from the bed as possible
B. Explain the procedure to the client before beginning
C. Keep the lift sling under the client for future transfers
COMPREHENSIVE PRACTICE EXAM WITH ALL
POSSIBLE APPROVED WELL ELABORATED
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT
VERIFIED ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES
PLUS EXPERT ANSWER KEY (100% CORRECT
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS) 2026-2027 CURRENTLY
UPDATED VERSION Q&A GUARANTEED PASS A+
INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. A client reports difficulty sleeping in the hospital due to noise and
interruptions. Which intervention is most appropriate for the
nurse to implement first?
A. Request a sedative from the healthcare provider
B. Cluster nursing care activities to minimize interruptions
C. Move the client to a room near the nurses station
D. Encourage the client to take daytime naps
B
Clustering care allows for uninterrupted periods of rest,
addressing the primary complaint of noise and interruptions
without medication. Moving near the nurse station would
increase noise, and daytime naps may disrupt nighttime sleep.
,2. The nurse is providing perineal care to an uncircumcised male
client. Which action is essential?
A. Leave the foreskin retracted after cleaning
B. Retract the foreskin, clean the area, and return the foreskin to
its natural position
C. Clean only the external surface without retracting the foreskin
D. Apply powder liberally under the foreskin
B
The foreskin must be retracted to clean the glans and then
returned to its natural position to prevent paraphimosis, a
condition where the retracted foreskin constricts the penis and
impairs circulation.
3. A client with dysphagia is prescribed a mechanical soft diet. Which
food selection indicates the client understands the diet
restrictions?
A. Raw carrot sticks
B. Peanut butter sandwich on whole wheat bread
C. Ground meat with gravy
D. Dry toast with jelly
C
Ground meat with gravy has a moist, soft texture that is easy to
swallow. Raw vegetables, sticky peanut butter, and dry toast are
difficult to manipulate and swallow for clients with dysphagia.
4. The nurse is teaching a client about proper body mechanics to
prevent back injury. Which statement by the client indicates a
need for further teaching?
A. I should bend at my knees when lifting objects
B. I should hold objects close to my body when carrying them
C. I should twist at the waist when turning to place an object
D. I should push rather than pull heavy objects
, C
Twisting at the waist places excessive strain on the spinal
structures and increases the risk of back injury. The client should
pivot the feet to turn the entire body instead of twisting the
torso.
5. Which nursing action is most effective in preventing skin
breakdown in an immobile client?
A. Massaging reddened areas vigorously
B. Repositioning the client every two hours
C. Keeping the head of the bed elevated at all times
D. Applying a heating pad to bony prominences
B
Frequent repositioning relieves pressure on bony prominences
and promotes circulation, which is the most effective measure
for preventing pressure injuries. Massaging reddened areas can
damage fragile capillaries, and elevated head of bed increases
sacral pressure.
6. A client with urinary incontinence has an indwelling catheter.
Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
A. Clean the perineal area with soap and water daily and after
bowel movements
B. Keep the drainage bag above the level of the bladder
C. Empty the drainage bag only when completely full
D. Irrigate the catheter daily to maintain patency
A
Routine perineal hygiene reduces the risk of catheter-associated
urinary tract infection. The drainage bag should remain below
the bladder, be emptied regularly, and routine irrigation is not
recommended unless specifically ordered.
, 7. The nurse is caring for a client who requires contact precautions.
Which personal protective equipment is essential when providing
perineal care?
A. Gloves and gown
B. Gloves only
C. Gloves and mask
D. Gloves, gown, and goggles
A
Contact precautions require gloves and a gown when there is
potential for direct contact with the client or contaminated
surfaces. A mask is not required for contact precautions unless
droplet transmission is also a concern.
8. A client is learning to use a walker after hip surgery. Which
observation indicates proper use?
A. The client slides the walker forward while leaning back
B. The client moves the walker forward, then steps into the
walker
C. The client places the walker behind them for support
D. The client lifts the walker and swings it forward while stepping
simultaneously
B
Proper walker technique involves moving the walker forward
first, then stepping into the walker with the affected leg
followed by the unaffected leg. This provides a stable base of
support.
9. The nurse is preparing to transfer a client from bed to chair using
a mechanical lift. Which action is most important for safety?
A. Position the chair as far from the bed as possible
B. Explain the procedure to the client before beginning
C. Keep the lift sling under the client for future transfers
