HESI Medical Surgical 2021 Actual Questions and Answers

HESI Medical Surgical 2021 Actual Questions and Answers Raynaud's syndrome: avoid factors that initiate vasoconstriction such as cold, stress,and caffeine intake ○ A female client who works as a data entry clerk is concerned as to how her recent diagnosis of Raynaud's syndrome is going to affect her job performance.Which instruction should the nurse provide this client? A. Use a space heater to keep the workplace warm B. Obtain a keyboard designed to limit wrist flexion C. Keep both hands elevated during work breaks D. Take a multivitamin that contains vitamin D daily ● Burning with urination, frequency, urgency = symptoms of cystitis: may be related to hypertension: BP will be less than 140/80 ● Diverticulosis frequently asymptomatic until the diverticula becomes inflamed ● Hyperparathyroidism with acute flank pain: strain all urine (could be kidney stones) ● Unstable angina to reduce cardiac overload Place commode at bedside for toileting ● Leukopenia: Precautions should be taken to protect the client because of weakenimmune system ● In severe acute adrenal insufficiency monitor pulse/ blood pressure ● Tuberculosis test: erythema without induration between 48-72 hours is is considerednegative ● Lupas teaching: Emphasize the importance of taking prescribed corticosteroids accurately ● Pre Op assessment checklist: most immediate problem is clients low potassium ● Herpes zoster (shingles) educate patient about protecting family members ● Cataract post op care: stool softener ● Aplastic anemia: Monitor signs of bleeding & blood products should be administered asprescribed ● Renal calculus: Pain should be first assessment