HESI Case Study: Preeclampsia Exam
Questions and Answers 100% Pass
1. In reviewing the client's history, the nurse is correct in concluding that she is at
risk of developing a hypertensive disorder. Which other factors add to her risk of
developing preeclampsia? (Select all that apply. One, some, or all options may be
correct.) - ANSWER-Nulliparity.
Familial history.
Preexisting medical or genetic condition.
Advanced maternal
2. To accurately assess this client's condition, what information from the prenatal
record is most important for the nurse to obtain? - ANSWER-Prenatal blood
pressure readings.
3. What is the pathophysiology responsible for the client's complaint of a pounding
headache and the elevated DTRs? - ANSWER-Cerebral edema.
The client's sister is very concerned about the swelling in her sister's face and
hands because it seems to be worsening rapidly. She asks the nurse if the
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, healthcare provider (HCP) will prescribe some water pills (diuretics) to help get rid
of the excess fluid.
4. Which response by the nurse is correct? - ANSWER-"I would be happy to
explain to you about the effect of diuretics on pregnancy."
5. After the nurse establishes IV placement, she collects a bag of D5LR for the
oxytocin, which is available as 20 units in 1000 mL D5LR. The prescription from
the HCP is oxytocin 2 mU/min to augment labor. What is the drip rate for the
oxytocin? (Enter the numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the
whole number.) - ANSWER-6
6. While the nurse is awaiting the lab results to determine if the client has
elevations in liver function, diminished kidney function, or altered coagulopathies,
which questions should the nurse ask her? (Select all that apply. One, some, or all
options may be correct.) - ANSWER-"Do you have any dizziness?"
"Do you have blurry vision?"
"Do you have abdominal pain?"
"Do you have shortness of breath or chest discomfort?"
7. Which technique should the nurse use when evaluating the client's blood
pressure while she is on bed rest? - ANSWER-Have the client lie in a lateral
position and take the blood pressure on the dependent arm.
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Questions and Answers 100% Pass
1. In reviewing the client's history, the nurse is correct in concluding that she is at
risk of developing a hypertensive disorder. Which other factors add to her risk of
developing preeclampsia? (Select all that apply. One, some, or all options may be
correct.) - ANSWER-Nulliparity.
Familial history.
Preexisting medical or genetic condition.
Advanced maternal
2. To accurately assess this client's condition, what information from the prenatal
record is most important for the nurse to obtain? - ANSWER-Prenatal blood
pressure readings.
3. What is the pathophysiology responsible for the client's complaint of a pounding
headache and the elevated DTRs? - ANSWER-Cerebral edema.
The client's sister is very concerned about the swelling in her sister's face and
hands because it seems to be worsening rapidly. She asks the nurse if the
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, healthcare provider (HCP) will prescribe some water pills (diuretics) to help get rid
of the excess fluid.
4. Which response by the nurse is correct? - ANSWER-"I would be happy to
explain to you about the effect of diuretics on pregnancy."
5. After the nurse establishes IV placement, she collects a bag of D5LR for the
oxytocin, which is available as 20 units in 1000 mL D5LR. The prescription from
the HCP is oxytocin 2 mU/min to augment labor. What is the drip rate for the
oxytocin? (Enter the numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the
whole number.) - ANSWER-6
6. While the nurse is awaiting the lab results to determine if the client has
elevations in liver function, diminished kidney function, or altered coagulopathies,
which questions should the nurse ask her? (Select all that apply. One, some, or all
options may be correct.) - ANSWER-"Do you have any dizziness?"
"Do you have blurry vision?"
"Do you have abdominal pain?"
"Do you have shortness of breath or chest discomfort?"
7. Which technique should the nurse use when evaluating the client's blood
pressure while she is on bed rest? - ANSWER-Have the client lie in a lateral
position and take the blood pressure on the dependent arm.
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