NUR 104/ NUR104 HESI – Foundations of Nursing Review V2| Fortis (Latest 2026/ 2027 Update) 100% Verified Questions & Answers | Grade A

NUR 104/ NUR104 HESI – Foundations of Nursing Review V2| Fortis (Latest 2026/ 2027 Update) 100% Verified Questions & Answers | Grade A QUESTION What is a DNR order? Answer: A legal medical order that states no CPR will be performed if the patient's breathing or heartbeat stops. QUESTION A patient with a DNR order will not receive routine nursing care, comfort measures, or medical treatment, since a DNR means no interventions are provided. Answer: False — Nurses still provide full care, comfort measures, and appropriate medical interventions. A DNR order only means CPR is not performed if the patient's heart or breathing stops. QUESTION Do nurses still care for DNR patients? Answer: yes QUESTION What kind of care do nurses provide DNR patients? Answer: still full care; pain relief, comfort, hygiene, emotional support; only CPR is withheld. QUESTION What is the nurse's responsibility regarding DNR? Answer: Verify the order exists in the medical record, respect the patient's wishes, advocate, document, and communicate any changes. QUESTION How do nurses support patients/families regarding DNR? Answer: Facilitate discussions, provide clear info, advocate for wishes, ensure informed consent, and offer emotional support. QUESTION What is the main focus of nursing communication about a DNR? Answer: ensure the patient/family understand that a DNR = no CPR only, while all other care continues. Clarify misunderstandings (e.g., some think DNR means "no care at all") QUESTION Which statement is the most appropriate way for a nurse to explain a DNR order to a patient or their family? Answer: "A DNR means that if your heart or breathing stops, we will not perform CPR. It does not mean we stop caring for you — you will still receive treatments focused on comfort, pain control, emotional support, and daily nursing care." QUESTION If there is no DNR order in the chart, what is the nurse legally obligated to do? Answer: perform full resuscitation (FULLCODE) QUESTION Who provides consent for a child's DNR order? Answer: parent or legal guardian QUESTION If a child is old enough to comprehend and understand a DNR, what must happen? Answer: the child must also provide consent along with the parent/guardian QUESTION Why is child consent important in DNR decisions (when age-appropriate)? Answer: It ensures the child understands and participates in their care QUESTION Which patients would most likely need a bedpan? Answer: Patients who cannot move or get up right away QUESTION How do you correctly move a patient onto a bed pan? Answer: Lift, do not pull QUESTION What should nurses teach patients about good sexual hygiene? Answer: Urinate before and after intercourse, avoid douching/commercial products, showers not baths, pelvic floor exercises. QUESTION What is the nurse's priority when placing a patient on a bedpan? Answer: Ensuring patient safety and comfort QUESTION What should the nurse do when discussing sexuality with patients? Answer: Provide emotional support and allow the patient to express themselves QUESTION Why is nonjudgmental communication essential when addressing sexuality? Answer: It builds trust and encourages patients to share sensitive concerns QUESTION What interventions can help with constipation?