HESI PN CASE LATEST
STUDIES EXAM
A client whose diet is low in fiber is at risk for which condition? -
ANSWERS-Colon cancer.
Rationale
Fiber speeds the movement of substances through the GI tract, reducing
the amount of time the colon absorbs water and its exposure to digestive
end-products that may be carcinogenic. Low-fiber diets increase the risk
for constipation and colon cancer.
An older male client tells the practical nurse (PN) that his religion does
not permit him to bathe daily. How should the PN respond? -
ANSWERS-Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about
bathing.
Rationale
A client's religious and cultural preferences should be considered when
providing basic hygiene. The client's religious beliefs should be
considered in the client's choice so gathering further information about
the client's self care practices is important.
A client who has a pressure-relieving mattress overlay is mobilized to a
chair and imprints of the client's buttocks, heels, and scapula are evident
on the mattress overlay. What action should the practical nurse
implement? - ANSWERS-Apply a different pressure-relieving device
and assess its effectiveness for this client.
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STUDIES EXAM
A client whose diet is low in fiber is at risk for which condition? -
ANSWERS-Colon cancer.
Rationale
Fiber speeds the movement of substances through the GI tract, reducing
the amount of time the colon absorbs water and its exposure to digestive
end-products that may be carcinogenic. Low-fiber diets increase the risk
for constipation and colon cancer.
An older male client tells the practical nurse (PN) that his religion does
not permit him to bathe daily. How should the PN respond? -
ANSWERS-Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about
bathing.
Rationale
A client's religious and cultural preferences should be considered when
providing basic hygiene. The client's religious beliefs should be
considered in the client's choice so gathering further information about
the client's self care practices is important.
A client who has a pressure-relieving mattress overlay is mobilized to a
chair and imprints of the client's buttocks, heels, and scapula are evident
on the mattress overlay. What action should the practical nurse
implement? - ANSWERS-Apply a different pressure-relieving device
and assess its effectiveness for this client.
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