HESI PN EXIT EXAM 2024-2025 EXAM WITH
ACTUAL CORRECT QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED DETAILED ANSWERS| CURRENTLY
TESTING VERSION | ALREADY GRADED
A+|EXPERT VERIFIED FOR GUARANTEED
PASS|LATEST UPDATE 2026 (WEST COAST
UNIVERSITY)
The LPN/LVN is working on the postpartum unit and is assisting a new mother with her
newborn's diaper change. The mother states that the infant fed well and completed the
whole bottle of formula. What action should the nurse implement first when the infant
begins to spit up during the diaper change?
A. Bubble or burp the infant by patting the infant's back
B. Encourage the mother to avoid over feeding the infant
C. Turn the newborn and bulb suction the mouth and nose
D. Wipe away the secretions and finish the diaper change
C. Turn the newborn and bulb suction the mouth and nose
An older male client tells the nurse that his religion does not permit him to bathe daily.
How should the nurse respond?
A. Review the importance of hygienic measures for improved health
B. State that the healthcare provider has prescribed a bath today
C. Offer the client several choices of times to bathe during the day
D. Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about bathing
D. Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about bathing
A new father asks the nurse the reason for placing an ophthalmic ointment in his
newborn's eyes. What information should the PN provide?
A. Possible exposure to an environmental staphylococcus infection can infect the
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,newborn's eyes and cause visual deficits
B. The newborn is at risk for blindness from a corneal syphilitic infection acquired from
a mother's infected vagina
C. Treatment prevents tear duct obstruction with harmful exudate from a vaginal birth
that can lead to dry eyes in the newborn
D. State law mandates all newborns receive prophylactic treatment to prevent
gonorrheal or chlamydial ophthalmic infection
D. State law mandates all newborns receive prophylactic treatment to prevent
gonorrheal or chlamydial ophthalmic infection
The scope of practice for the practical nurse includes which client assessments?
A. An agitated client with bilateral wrist restraints
B. New admission of a client with deep vein thrombosis
C. Return of a postanesthetic client following a colon resection
D. Transfer of a client with sepsis from a long-term care facility
D. Transfer of a client with sepsis from a long-term care facility
What skin care measure should the nurse implement for a client who underwent an
external radiation treatment the previous day?
A. Cleanse the radiated area with water and pat the skin dry
B. Lightly massage the radiated skin with a lanolin-based lotion
C. Rinse the site with normal saline and cover with a sterile towel
D. Use of soft washcloth to gently remove the skin markings
A. Cleanse the radiated area with water and pat the skin dry
Which organ lays retroperitoeally?
A. Kidneys
B. Testicles
C. Urinary bladder
D. Pancreas
A. Kidneys
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,The LPN/LVN is caring for a client with Myasthenia Gravis. What time of day is best for
the nurse to schedule physical exercises with the physical therapy department?
A. Before bedtime, at 2000
B. After breakfast
C. Before the evening meal
D. After lunch
B. After breakfast
The LPN/LVN is planning to ambulate client who has been on bed rest for 24 hours
following a Colon Resection. To ambulate this client safely, which intervention should
the nurse implement first?
A. Place non-skid shoes on the client
B. Show the client how to use the call light
C. Use a gait belt to support the client
D. Assist the client to a bedside sitting position
D. Assist the client to a bedside sitting position
A Client is admitted to the hospital with second and third-degree burns to the face and
neck. How should the nurse best position the client to maximize the function of the
neck and face and prevent contracture?
A. The neck extended backward using a rolled towel behind the neck
B. Prone position using pillows to support both arms outward from the torso C. Side-
lying position using pillows to support the abdomen and back
D. The neck forward using pillows under the head and sandbags on both sides
A. The neck extended backward using a rolled towel behind the neck
A client receives a new prescription for the angiotensin II receptor antagonist losartan
(Cozaar). Which client instruction should the nurse encourage this client to follow?
A. Move slowly when getting up to prevent sudden dizziness
B. Take this medication with or after meals
C. Do not stop this medication until all of the tablets are gone
D. Keep the dietary log during initial therapy
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, A. Move slowly when getting up to prevent sudden dizziness
The healthcare provider prescribes erythromycin (ilosone) 300 mg PO QID. The
medication label reads, "ilosone 100mg/5mL" How many mL should the nurse
administer at each dose? (Enter the numeric value only)
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The LPN/LVN is monitoring a client with an IV infusion in the left antecubital fossae. The
infusion pump is functioning without alarms at the prescribed rate of 100mL/hour. The
site is warm, red and without swelling. What conclusion should these findings indicate
to the nurse?
A. The IV fluids are infusing into the subcutaneous tissues and the pump should be
stopped
B. The infusion pump is functioning properly and the IV site is healthy
C. The insertion date should be verified and the IV discontinued
D. The site is inflamed and should be reported to the RN for placement in another site
D. The site is inflamed and should be reported to the RN for placement in another site
The LPN/LVN reviews the laboratory results of a client whose serum pH is 7.38 on the
pH scale what does this value imply about the clients homeostasis A. Alkalosis
B. Acidosis
C. Normal serum PH
D. Incompatible with life
C. Normal serum PH
The LPN/LVN plans to assess a newborn and to check the infant's Moro reflex. In
assessing this reflex, the nurse is evaluating which parameter?
A. Neurological integrity
B. Renal functioning
C. Thermogenic regulation
D. Respiratory adequacy
A. Neurological integrity
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ACTUAL CORRECT QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED DETAILED ANSWERS| CURRENTLY
TESTING VERSION | ALREADY GRADED
A+|EXPERT VERIFIED FOR GUARANTEED
PASS|LATEST UPDATE 2026 (WEST COAST
UNIVERSITY)
The LPN/LVN is working on the postpartum unit and is assisting a new mother with her
newborn's diaper change. The mother states that the infant fed well and completed the
whole bottle of formula. What action should the nurse implement first when the infant
begins to spit up during the diaper change?
A. Bubble or burp the infant by patting the infant's back
B. Encourage the mother to avoid over feeding the infant
C. Turn the newborn and bulb suction the mouth and nose
D. Wipe away the secretions and finish the diaper change
C. Turn the newborn and bulb suction the mouth and nose
An older male client tells the nurse that his religion does not permit him to bathe daily.
How should the nurse respond?
A. Review the importance of hygienic measures for improved health
B. State that the healthcare provider has prescribed a bath today
C. Offer the client several choices of times to bathe during the day
D. Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about bathing
D. Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about bathing
A new father asks the nurse the reason for placing an ophthalmic ointment in his
newborn's eyes. What information should the PN provide?
A. Possible exposure to an environmental staphylococcus infection can infect the
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,newborn's eyes and cause visual deficits
B. The newborn is at risk for blindness from a corneal syphilitic infection acquired from
a mother's infected vagina
C. Treatment prevents tear duct obstruction with harmful exudate from a vaginal birth
that can lead to dry eyes in the newborn
D. State law mandates all newborns receive prophylactic treatment to prevent
gonorrheal or chlamydial ophthalmic infection
D. State law mandates all newborns receive prophylactic treatment to prevent
gonorrheal or chlamydial ophthalmic infection
The scope of practice for the practical nurse includes which client assessments?
A. An agitated client with bilateral wrist restraints
B. New admission of a client with deep vein thrombosis
C. Return of a postanesthetic client following a colon resection
D. Transfer of a client with sepsis from a long-term care facility
D. Transfer of a client with sepsis from a long-term care facility
What skin care measure should the nurse implement for a client who underwent an
external radiation treatment the previous day?
A. Cleanse the radiated area with water and pat the skin dry
B. Lightly massage the radiated skin with a lanolin-based lotion
C. Rinse the site with normal saline and cover with a sterile towel
D. Use of soft washcloth to gently remove the skin markings
A. Cleanse the radiated area with water and pat the skin dry
Which organ lays retroperitoeally?
A. Kidneys
B. Testicles
C. Urinary bladder
D. Pancreas
A. Kidneys
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,The LPN/LVN is caring for a client with Myasthenia Gravis. What time of day is best for
the nurse to schedule physical exercises with the physical therapy department?
A. Before bedtime, at 2000
B. After breakfast
C. Before the evening meal
D. After lunch
B. After breakfast
The LPN/LVN is planning to ambulate client who has been on bed rest for 24 hours
following a Colon Resection. To ambulate this client safely, which intervention should
the nurse implement first?
A. Place non-skid shoes on the client
B. Show the client how to use the call light
C. Use a gait belt to support the client
D. Assist the client to a bedside sitting position
D. Assist the client to a bedside sitting position
A Client is admitted to the hospital with second and third-degree burns to the face and
neck. How should the nurse best position the client to maximize the function of the
neck and face and prevent contracture?
A. The neck extended backward using a rolled towel behind the neck
B. Prone position using pillows to support both arms outward from the torso C. Side-
lying position using pillows to support the abdomen and back
D. The neck forward using pillows under the head and sandbags on both sides
A. The neck extended backward using a rolled towel behind the neck
A client receives a new prescription for the angiotensin II receptor antagonist losartan
(Cozaar). Which client instruction should the nurse encourage this client to follow?
A. Move slowly when getting up to prevent sudden dizziness
B. Take this medication with or after meals
C. Do not stop this medication until all of the tablets are gone
D. Keep the dietary log during initial therapy
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, A. Move slowly when getting up to prevent sudden dizziness
The healthcare provider prescribes erythromycin (ilosone) 300 mg PO QID. The
medication label reads, "ilosone 100mg/5mL" How many mL should the nurse
administer at each dose? (Enter the numeric value only)
15
The LPN/LVN is monitoring a client with an IV infusion in the left antecubital fossae. The
infusion pump is functioning without alarms at the prescribed rate of 100mL/hour. The
site is warm, red and without swelling. What conclusion should these findings indicate
to the nurse?
A. The IV fluids are infusing into the subcutaneous tissues and the pump should be
stopped
B. The infusion pump is functioning properly and the IV site is healthy
C. The insertion date should be verified and the IV discontinued
D. The site is inflamed and should be reported to the RN for placement in another site
D. The site is inflamed and should be reported to the RN for placement in another site
The LPN/LVN reviews the laboratory results of a client whose serum pH is 7.38 on the
pH scale what does this value imply about the clients homeostasis A. Alkalosis
B. Acidosis
C. Normal serum PH
D. Incompatible with life
C. Normal serum PH
The LPN/LVN plans to assess a newborn and to check the infant's Moro reflex. In
assessing this reflex, the nurse is evaluating which parameter?
A. Neurological integrity
B. Renal functioning
C. Thermogenic regulation
D. Respiratory adequacy
A. Neurological integrity
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