HESI MED-SURG II SET ONE TEST EXAM
COMPLETE 2026/2027 COMPLETE STUDY
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
100% TOP RATED | GUARANTEED A+
,HESI MED-SURG II SET ONE TEST EXAM COMPLETE
2026/2027 COMPLETE STUDY QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS 100% TOP RATED | GUARANTEED A+
When discussing recent onset of feelings of sadness and depression in a client with
hypothyroidism, the nurse should inform the client that these feelings are:
1. The effects of thyroid hormone replacement therapy and will diminish over time.
2. Related to thyroid hormone replacement therapy and will not diminish over time.
3. A normal part of having a chronic illness.
4. Most likely related to low thyroid hormone levels and will improve with treatment. -
Answer>>> 4. Most likely related to low thyroid hormone levels and will improve with
treatment.
Good dental care is an important measure in reducing the risk of endocarditis. A teaching plan to
promote good dental care in a client with mitral stenosis should include instructing the client to
do which of the following? Select all that apply.
1. Brush the teeth at least twice a day.
2. Avoid use of an electric toothbrush.
3. Take an antibiotic prior to oral surgery.
4. Floss the teeth at least once a day.
5. Have regular dental checkups.
6. Rinse the mouth with an antibiotic mouthwash once a day. - Answer>>> 1. Brush the teeth at
least twice a day.
4. Floss the teeth at least once a day.
,5. Have regular dental checkups.
The nurse is teaching a female client with a history of acquired thrombocytopenia about how to
prevent and control hemorrhage. Which statement indicates that the client needs further
instruction?
1. "I can apply direct pressure over small cuts for at least 5 to 10 minutes to stop a venous bleed."
2. "I can count the number of tissues saturated to detect blood loss during a nosebleed."
3. "I can take hormones to decrease blood loss during menses."
4. "I can count the number of sanitary napkins to detect excess blood loss during menses." -
Answer>>> 2. "I can count the number of tissues saturated to detect blood loss during a
nosebleed."
The nurse is preparing to teach a client with a peptic ulcer about the diet that should be followed
after discharge. The nurse should explain that the client should eat which of the following?
1. Bland foods.
2. High-protein foods.
3. Any foods that are tolerated.
4. A glass of milk with each meal. - Answer>>> 3. Any foods that are tolerated.
Which instructions should the nurse include when developing a teaching plan for a client being
discharged from the hospital on anticoagulant therapy after having deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
Select all that apply.
1. Checking urine for bright blood and a dark smoky color.
2. Walking daily as a good exercise.
3. Using garlic and ginger, which may decrease bleeding time.
, 4. Performing foot/leg exercises and walking around the airplane cabin when on long flights.
5. Preventing DVT because of risk of pulmonary emboli.
6. Avoiding surface bumps because the skin is prone to injury. - Answer>>> 1. Checking urine
for bright blood and a dark smoky color.
2. Walking daily as a good exercise.
4. Performing foot/leg exercises and walking around the airplane cabin when on long flights.
5. Preventing DVT because of risk of pulmonary emboli.
6. Avoiding surface bumps because the skin is prone to injury.
The nurse finds a client who has been diagnosed with a peptic ulcer surrounded by papers from a
briefcase and arguing on the telephone with a coworker. The nurse's response to observing these
actions should be based on knowledge that:
1. Involvement with the job will keep the client from becoming bored.
2. A relaxed environment will promote ulcer healing.
3. Not keeping up with the job will increase the client's stress level.
4. Setting limits on the client's behavior is an important nursing responsibility. - Answer>>> 2. A
relaxed environment will promote ulcer healing.
A client with a peptic ulcer has been instructed to avoid intense physical activity and stress.
Which strategy should the client incorporate into the home care plan?
1. Conduct physical activity in the morning in order to be able to rest in the afternoon.
2. Have the family agree to perform the necessary yard work at home.
3. Give up jogging and substitute a less demanding hobby.
COMPLETE 2026/2027 COMPLETE STUDY
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
100% TOP RATED | GUARANTEED A+
,HESI MED-SURG II SET ONE TEST EXAM COMPLETE
2026/2027 COMPLETE STUDY QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS 100% TOP RATED | GUARANTEED A+
When discussing recent onset of feelings of sadness and depression in a client with
hypothyroidism, the nurse should inform the client that these feelings are:
1. The effects of thyroid hormone replacement therapy and will diminish over time.
2. Related to thyroid hormone replacement therapy and will not diminish over time.
3. A normal part of having a chronic illness.
4. Most likely related to low thyroid hormone levels and will improve with treatment. -
Answer>>> 4. Most likely related to low thyroid hormone levels and will improve with
treatment.
Good dental care is an important measure in reducing the risk of endocarditis. A teaching plan to
promote good dental care in a client with mitral stenosis should include instructing the client to
do which of the following? Select all that apply.
1. Brush the teeth at least twice a day.
2. Avoid use of an electric toothbrush.
3. Take an antibiotic prior to oral surgery.
4. Floss the teeth at least once a day.
5. Have regular dental checkups.
6. Rinse the mouth with an antibiotic mouthwash once a day. - Answer>>> 1. Brush the teeth at
least twice a day.
4. Floss the teeth at least once a day.
,5. Have regular dental checkups.
The nurse is teaching a female client with a history of acquired thrombocytopenia about how to
prevent and control hemorrhage. Which statement indicates that the client needs further
instruction?
1. "I can apply direct pressure over small cuts for at least 5 to 10 minutes to stop a venous bleed."
2. "I can count the number of tissues saturated to detect blood loss during a nosebleed."
3. "I can take hormones to decrease blood loss during menses."
4. "I can count the number of sanitary napkins to detect excess blood loss during menses." -
Answer>>> 2. "I can count the number of tissues saturated to detect blood loss during a
nosebleed."
The nurse is preparing to teach a client with a peptic ulcer about the diet that should be followed
after discharge. The nurse should explain that the client should eat which of the following?
1. Bland foods.
2. High-protein foods.
3. Any foods that are tolerated.
4. A glass of milk with each meal. - Answer>>> 3. Any foods that are tolerated.
Which instructions should the nurse include when developing a teaching plan for a client being
discharged from the hospital on anticoagulant therapy after having deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
Select all that apply.
1. Checking urine for bright blood and a dark smoky color.
2. Walking daily as a good exercise.
3. Using garlic and ginger, which may decrease bleeding time.
, 4. Performing foot/leg exercises and walking around the airplane cabin when on long flights.
5. Preventing DVT because of risk of pulmonary emboli.
6. Avoiding surface bumps because the skin is prone to injury. - Answer>>> 1. Checking urine
for bright blood and a dark smoky color.
2. Walking daily as a good exercise.
4. Performing foot/leg exercises and walking around the airplane cabin when on long flights.
5. Preventing DVT because of risk of pulmonary emboli.
6. Avoiding surface bumps because the skin is prone to injury.
The nurse finds a client who has been diagnosed with a peptic ulcer surrounded by papers from a
briefcase and arguing on the telephone with a coworker. The nurse's response to observing these
actions should be based on knowledge that:
1. Involvement with the job will keep the client from becoming bored.
2. A relaxed environment will promote ulcer healing.
3. Not keeping up with the job will increase the client's stress level.
4. Setting limits on the client's behavior is an important nursing responsibility. - Answer>>> 2. A
relaxed environment will promote ulcer healing.
A client with a peptic ulcer has been instructed to avoid intense physical activity and stress.
Which strategy should the client incorporate into the home care plan?
1. Conduct physical activity in the morning in order to be able to rest in the afternoon.
2. Have the family agree to perform the necessary yard work at home.
3. Give up jogging and substitute a less demanding hobby.
