. HESI RN Exit Exam | NGN Nursing Questions
| 2026 HESI Nursing Exit Exam Questions
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HESI EXIT V1 —3
HESI EXIT V2 — 76
HESI EXIT V3 —182
HESI EXIT V4 — 252
HESI EXIT V5 — 328
HESI EXIT V6 — 415
HESI EXIT V7 — 495
HESI EXIT V8 — 565
HESI EXIT V9 -641
HESI EXIT V10 --738
, HESI EXIT V1
1. While reviewing the client's current plan of care, A client develops new stridor after neck surgery. What should
the nurse do first?
A. Assess the airway and activate emergency support
B. Of fer oral fluids
C. Place the client f lat
D. Document the finding for the next shift
Correct answer: A. Assess the airway and activate emergency support
Rationale: New stridor suggests acute upper-airway obstruction. Airway assessment and immediate intervention take
priority.
2. During the next client-care round, Which client should the nurse assess first?
A. A client with new chest pain and diaphoresis
B. A client requesting a routine stool softener
C. A client awaiting discharge instructions
D. A client with chronic back pain rated 3/10
Correct answer: A. A client with new chest pain and diaphoresis
Rationale: New chest pain with diaphoresis may indicate acute coronary syndrome and requires immediate assessment.
3. While receiving bedside report, Which intervention best reduces fall risk for a hospitalized older adult?
A. Keep the bed low and the call light within reach
B. Keep all f our side rails raised
C. Encourage the client to walk without assistance
D. Place personal items across the room
Correct answer: A. Keep the bed low and the call light within reach
Rationale: A low bed, accessible call light, and a safe environment reduce fall risk.
4. During a change-of-shift assessment, Which intervention is most appropriate for a bedbound client at high
risk for pressure injury?
NGN-style practice: Select the response(s) that best support safe nursing care.
A. Reposition regularly and offload pressure points
B. Massage reddened bony prominences
C. Use a donut-shaped ring under the sacrum
D. Limit protein intake
Correct answer: A. Reposition regularly and offload pressure points
Rationale: Regular repositioning and pressure redistribution protect tissue. Reddened areas should not be massaged.
5. While caring for the client in an acute-care setting, When should the nurse perform hand hygiene?
A. Bef ore and af ter every client contact
B. Only af ter removing gloves
C. Only when hands appear visibly soiled
D. Only at the beginning of the shift
Correct answer: A. Before and after every client contact
Rationale: Hand hygiene is required before and after client contact and at other indicated moments.
6. During discharge and safety planning, Which precaution is required for a client with suspected active
pulmonary tuberculosis?
A. Airborne precautions in an appropriate respiratory isolation room
B. Contact precautions only
C. Droplet precautions only
D. Protective isolation
Correct answer: A. Airborne precautions in an appropriate respiratory isolation room
Rationale: Pulmonary tuberculosis can spread through airborne particles, requiring airborne precautions.
| 2026 HESI Nursing Exit Exam Questions
(Latest PDF Update)
,
,Contents
HESI EXIT V1 —3
HESI EXIT V2 — 76
HESI EXIT V3 —182
HESI EXIT V4 — 252
HESI EXIT V5 — 328
HESI EXIT V6 — 415
HESI EXIT V7 — 495
HESI EXIT V8 — 565
HESI EXIT V9 -641
HESI EXIT V10 --738
, HESI EXIT V1
1. While reviewing the client's current plan of care, A client develops new stridor after neck surgery. What should
the nurse do first?
A. Assess the airway and activate emergency support
B. Of fer oral fluids
C. Place the client f lat
D. Document the finding for the next shift
Correct answer: A. Assess the airway and activate emergency support
Rationale: New stridor suggests acute upper-airway obstruction. Airway assessment and immediate intervention take
priority.
2. During the next client-care round, Which client should the nurse assess first?
A. A client with new chest pain and diaphoresis
B. A client requesting a routine stool softener
C. A client awaiting discharge instructions
D. A client with chronic back pain rated 3/10
Correct answer: A. A client with new chest pain and diaphoresis
Rationale: New chest pain with diaphoresis may indicate acute coronary syndrome and requires immediate assessment.
3. While receiving bedside report, Which intervention best reduces fall risk for a hospitalized older adult?
A. Keep the bed low and the call light within reach
B. Keep all f our side rails raised
C. Encourage the client to walk without assistance
D. Place personal items across the room
Correct answer: A. Keep the bed low and the call light within reach
Rationale: A low bed, accessible call light, and a safe environment reduce fall risk.
4. During a change-of-shift assessment, Which intervention is most appropriate for a bedbound client at high
risk for pressure injury?
NGN-style practice: Select the response(s) that best support safe nursing care.
A. Reposition regularly and offload pressure points
B. Massage reddened bony prominences
C. Use a donut-shaped ring under the sacrum
D. Limit protein intake
Correct answer: A. Reposition regularly and offload pressure points
Rationale: Regular repositioning and pressure redistribution protect tissue. Reddened areas should not be massaged.
5. While caring for the client in an acute-care setting, When should the nurse perform hand hygiene?
A. Bef ore and af ter every client contact
B. Only af ter removing gloves
C. Only when hands appear visibly soiled
D. Only at the beginning of the shift
Correct answer: A. Before and after every client contact
Rationale: Hand hygiene is required before and after client contact and at other indicated moments.
6. During discharge and safety planning, Which precaution is required for a client with suspected active
pulmonary tuberculosis?
A. Airborne precautions in an appropriate respiratory isolation room
B. Contact precautions only
C. Droplet precautions only
D. Protective isolation
Correct answer: A. Airborne precautions in an appropriate respiratory isolation room
Rationale: Pulmonary tuberculosis can spread through airborne particles, requiring airborne precautions.
