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NURSING 270 HESI EXIT EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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,133- Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is prescribed to a client with multiple
sclerosis for the treatment of muscle spasms. For which common side
effect of this medication does the nurse monitor the client? A. Diarrhea
B. Drowsiness Correct
C. Abdominal pain
D. Increased salivation
134 - A nurse administers nitroglycerin sublingually to a client with
angina pectoris who complains of chest pain. The medication is
ineffective, so the nurse prepares to administer a second dose. Before
administering the nitroglycerin, which action does the nurse make a
priority? A. Checking the client's blood pressure Correct
B. Obtaining blood levels of cardiac enzymes
C. Asking the client whether he has a headache
D. Obtaining a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG)
135- Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride (Cipro) is prescribed to a client with a
urinary tract infection. The nurse, providing instruction about the
medication, tells the client that it is best to take the medication: A.
With milk
,B. With an antacid
C. 2 hours after meals Correct
D. With aluminum hydroxide
136.- A nurse provides home care instructions to a client with coronary
artery disease (CAD) who is being discharged from the hospital. Which
statement by the client indicates a need for further instruction?
A. "I need to carry my nitroglycerin with me at all times."
B. "I need to check my pulse before, during, and after exercise."
C. "I need to avoid foods with saturated fats and foods high in
cholesterol."
D. "I need to participate in aerobic and weightlifting exercise three
times a week." Correct
137- A nurse provides information to a client who will be undergoing
endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). The nurse
tells the client that: A. There is no need to fast (NPO status) before the
procedure
B. The gallbladder is easily removed during this procedure if gallstones
are found
, C. The procedure is performed specifically to visualize the esophagus,
stomach, and
duodenum D. Dye may be injected during the procedure to permit
visualization of the pancreatic and
biliary ducts Correct
138.ID: 383713175 A client who has undergone knee-replacement
surgery will be self-administering enoxaparin sodium (Lovenox) at
home. The nurse teaches the client about the medication and tells the
client to: A. Store the medication in the refrigerator
B. Lie down to administer the subcutaneous injection Correct
C. Inject the medication in the upper outer aspect of the arm
D. Discard the medication if the solution appears pale yellow
139.ID: 383703667 An intravenous dose of adenosine (Adenocard) is
prescribed for a client to treat Wolff-ParkinsonWhite syndrome. Which
piece of equipment does the nurse make a priority of obtaining before
administering the medication? A. Pulse oximeter
B. Cardiac monitor Correct
C. Blood-pressure cuff
D. Suction catheter and suction machine
NURSING 270 HESI EXIT EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
100%CORRECT/VERIFIED BEST
GRADED A+ DEFINITE
ACHIEVEMENT MOST RECENT
UPDATE 2025
,133- Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is prescribed to a client with multiple
sclerosis for the treatment of muscle spasms. For which common side
effect of this medication does the nurse monitor the client? A. Diarrhea
B. Drowsiness Correct
C. Abdominal pain
D. Increased salivation
134 - A nurse administers nitroglycerin sublingually to a client with
angina pectoris who complains of chest pain. The medication is
ineffective, so the nurse prepares to administer a second dose. Before
administering the nitroglycerin, which action does the nurse make a
priority? A. Checking the client's blood pressure Correct
B. Obtaining blood levels of cardiac enzymes
C. Asking the client whether he has a headache
D. Obtaining a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG)
135- Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride (Cipro) is prescribed to a client with a
urinary tract infection. The nurse, providing instruction about the
medication, tells the client that it is best to take the medication: A.
With milk
,B. With an antacid
C. 2 hours after meals Correct
D. With aluminum hydroxide
136.- A nurse provides home care instructions to a client with coronary
artery disease (CAD) who is being discharged from the hospital. Which
statement by the client indicates a need for further instruction?
A. "I need to carry my nitroglycerin with me at all times."
B. "I need to check my pulse before, during, and after exercise."
C. "I need to avoid foods with saturated fats and foods high in
cholesterol."
D. "I need to participate in aerobic and weightlifting exercise three
times a week." Correct
137- A nurse provides information to a client who will be undergoing
endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). The nurse
tells the client that: A. There is no need to fast (NPO status) before the
procedure
B. The gallbladder is easily removed during this procedure if gallstones
are found
, C. The procedure is performed specifically to visualize the esophagus,
stomach, and
duodenum D. Dye may be injected during the procedure to permit
visualization of the pancreatic and
biliary ducts Correct
138.ID: 383713175 A client who has undergone knee-replacement
surgery will be self-administering enoxaparin sodium (Lovenox) at
home. The nurse teaches the client about the medication and tells the
client to: A. Store the medication in the refrigerator
B. Lie down to administer the subcutaneous injection Correct
C. Inject the medication in the upper outer aspect of the arm
D. Discard the medication if the solution appears pale yellow
139.ID: 383703667 An intravenous dose of adenosine (Adenocard) is
prescribed for a client to treat Wolff-ParkinsonWhite syndrome. Which
piece of equipment does the nurse make a priority of obtaining before
administering the medication? A. Pulse oximeter
B. Cardiac monitor Correct
C. Blood-pressure cuff
D. Suction catheter and suction machine
