HESI Comprehensive Exit Exam 2025 version 2 – All 160 Questions and
Verified Answers
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Cushing's syndrome (hypersecretion of glucocorticoids) intervention - (ANSWERS)Monitor
&*(@#$%
blood glucose levels
Manic phase of bipolar disorder intervention - (ANSWERS)Provide structured environment with
little stimuli
2 year old child's normal speech level - (ANSWERS)Half of their speech is understandable
Preparing for IVP - (ANSWERS)Keep client NPO after midnight
Gestational age - (ANSWERS)To interpret Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), must know what other value
Fowlers (semi sitting) - (ANSWERS)Positioning when feeding thru a gastrostomy tube
Decrease bathing frequency - (ANSWERS)Intervention for dermatitis or itching
Serum Creatinine - (ANSWERS)Test to determine adequate glomerular filtration
On the right side. Never on back - (ANSWERS)Position to place newborn in crib after feeding
Determine ability to swallow - (ANSWERS)To facilitate speech in fenestrated trach patient
Permanent removal of the voice box requires rehab to learn esophageal speech -
(ANSWERS)For speech in total laryngectomy and radical neck dissection
Keep diary of activities that took place while wearing the monitor - (ANSWERS)When wearing
24 hour Holter monitor
Inhibits synthesis of prostaglandins that protect the stomach lining - (ANSWERS)NSAIDS effect
with gastritis
Expels ammonia to improve cerebral function. - (ANSWERS)Lactulose (Cephulac) function with
cirrhosis
Increased fluids, frequent bladder emptying - (ANSWERS)Prevention of UTI with cystitis
Prevent hypertension and cardiovascular disease - (ANSWERS)Managing CKD
Exercise facilitates weight loss and decreases peripheral insulin resistance - (ANSWERS)Effect
of exercise on type 2 diabetes
, HESI Comprehensive Exit Exam 2025 version 2 – All 160 Questions and
Verified Answers
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Do not submerge infant until cord has dried and falls off. May use alcohol wipe until cord falls
&*(@#$%
off in 10-14 days - (ANSWERS)Umbilical cord care
Warrants immediate attention and is pathological - (ANSWERS)Clinical jaundice evident on
forehead within 24 hours of birth
Administer supplemental oxygen before and after - (ANSWERS)Most important action when
suctioning NG after cardiac surgery
Monitor I&O - (ANSWERS)Most important action with Reye's syndrome (which occurs with
varicella or influenza)
Pulmonary embolism - (ANSWERS)Complication associated with SOB, chest pain,
dehydration, recent surgery, and straining
Atropine (increases heart rate) - (ANSWERS)Anticholinergic agent used for bradydysrhythmias
Blurred, yellow vision with halos, anorexia, and fatigue.
Vomiting, nausea and bradycardia are also signs. - (ANSWERS)Signs of digoxin (lanoxin) toxicity
At level of heart - (ANSWERS)Upper arm placement for BP reading
Tarry stools - (ANSWERS)In anemia with acute blood loss, report
Prevention of pressure ulcers - (ANSWERS)With low Braden scale, focus intervention on
Dorsal recumbent - (ANSWERS)Positioning for female perineal care
Pancreatic enzyme deficiency, hypochloremia, hyponatremia, viscous respiratory secretions -
(ANSWERS)Characteristics of children with cystic fibrosis
Go by regular home routine for feeding and sleeping - (ANSWERS)Giving toddler a sense of
control during hospitalization
Oral hygiene, daily weight to determine supplemental NGT feedings, observe for loss of taste -
(ANSWERS)Interventions for post op surgery for cancer of oral cavity
Fever - (ANSWERS)Infection responses may be delayed in the elderly, making this a delayed
response after fatigue, malaise and confusion
Check sodium on all canned foods - (ANSWERS)Hypertensive diet teaching
Verified Answers
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Cushing's syndrome (hypersecretion of glucocorticoids) intervention - (ANSWERS)Monitor
&*(@#$%
blood glucose levels
Manic phase of bipolar disorder intervention - (ANSWERS)Provide structured environment with
little stimuli
2 year old child's normal speech level - (ANSWERS)Half of their speech is understandable
Preparing for IVP - (ANSWERS)Keep client NPO after midnight
Gestational age - (ANSWERS)To interpret Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), must know what other value
Fowlers (semi sitting) - (ANSWERS)Positioning when feeding thru a gastrostomy tube
Decrease bathing frequency - (ANSWERS)Intervention for dermatitis or itching
Serum Creatinine - (ANSWERS)Test to determine adequate glomerular filtration
On the right side. Never on back - (ANSWERS)Position to place newborn in crib after feeding
Determine ability to swallow - (ANSWERS)To facilitate speech in fenestrated trach patient
Permanent removal of the voice box requires rehab to learn esophageal speech -
(ANSWERS)For speech in total laryngectomy and radical neck dissection
Keep diary of activities that took place while wearing the monitor - (ANSWERS)When wearing
24 hour Holter monitor
Inhibits synthesis of prostaglandins that protect the stomach lining - (ANSWERS)NSAIDS effect
with gastritis
Expels ammonia to improve cerebral function. - (ANSWERS)Lactulose (Cephulac) function with
cirrhosis
Increased fluids, frequent bladder emptying - (ANSWERS)Prevention of UTI with cystitis
Prevent hypertension and cardiovascular disease - (ANSWERS)Managing CKD
Exercise facilitates weight loss and decreases peripheral insulin resistance - (ANSWERS)Effect
of exercise on type 2 diabetes
, HESI Comprehensive Exit Exam 2025 version 2 – All 160 Questions and
Verified Answers
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Do not submerge infant until cord has dried and falls off. May use alcohol wipe until cord falls
&*(@#$%
off in 10-14 days - (ANSWERS)Umbilical cord care
Warrants immediate attention and is pathological - (ANSWERS)Clinical jaundice evident on
forehead within 24 hours of birth
Administer supplemental oxygen before and after - (ANSWERS)Most important action when
suctioning NG after cardiac surgery
Monitor I&O - (ANSWERS)Most important action with Reye's syndrome (which occurs with
varicella or influenza)
Pulmonary embolism - (ANSWERS)Complication associated with SOB, chest pain,
dehydration, recent surgery, and straining
Atropine (increases heart rate) - (ANSWERS)Anticholinergic agent used for bradydysrhythmias
Blurred, yellow vision with halos, anorexia, and fatigue.
Vomiting, nausea and bradycardia are also signs. - (ANSWERS)Signs of digoxin (lanoxin) toxicity
At level of heart - (ANSWERS)Upper arm placement for BP reading
Tarry stools - (ANSWERS)In anemia with acute blood loss, report
Prevention of pressure ulcers - (ANSWERS)With low Braden scale, focus intervention on
Dorsal recumbent - (ANSWERS)Positioning for female perineal care
Pancreatic enzyme deficiency, hypochloremia, hyponatremia, viscous respiratory secretions -
(ANSWERS)Characteristics of children with cystic fibrosis
Go by regular home routine for feeding and sleeping - (ANSWERS)Giving toddler a sense of
control during hospitalization
Oral hygiene, daily weight to determine supplemental NGT feedings, observe for loss of taste -
(ANSWERS)Interventions for post op surgery for cancer of oral cavity
Fever - (ANSWERS)Infection responses may be delayed in the elderly, making this a delayed
response after fatigue, malaise and confusion
Check sodium on all canned foods - (ANSWERS)Hypertensive diet teaching
