[STUDY GUIDE] • HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE & REVIEW EDITION
BSN 266 HESI Exam Questions &
Answers Latest Updated 2026/2027
Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS RATIONALES
55 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 55 verified questions with correct answers covering key concepts in nursing. Each
item pairs a board-style question with the correct answer, making it suitable for exam preparation, course
review, and certification study.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Focuses on assessments and interventions for respiratory
Respiratory Care conditions. 5 Qs 9.1%
Covers assessment and management of neurological
Neurological Assessment conditions. 5 Qs 9.1%
Nutritional Deficiencies Examines issues related to dietary intake and deficiencies. 5 Qs 9.1%
Renal Function and Assessment Involves assessment and care plans for renal conditions. 5 Qs 9.1%
Addresses assessments and interventions for cardiovascular
Cardiovascular Conditions issues. 5 Qs 9.1%
Focuses on assessment and education for endocrine
Endocrine Disorders conditions. 4 Qs 7.3%
Covers nursing care and assessments following surgical
Postoperative Care procedures. 4 Qs 7.3%
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Examines assessment and interventions for infectious
Infectious Diseases conditions. 4 Qs 7.3%
Focuses on assessment and care for musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal Assessments injuries. 4 Qs 7.3%
Cancer Care Addresses care and education for clients with cancer. 4 Qs 7.3%
Involves the management and teaching for chronic health
Chronic Illness Management conditions. 6 Qs 10.9%
Patient Safety and Monitoring Focuses on safety measures and monitoring vital signs. 4 Qs 7.3%
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules 55 Qs 100.0%
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TOPIC 1: RESPIRATORY CARE
5 Questions • 9.1% of Exam • Focuses on assessments and interventions for respiratory conditions.
QUESTION 1
An older adult client with a long history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD) is admitted with progressive shortness of breath and a persistent cough. She is
anxious and is complaining of a dry mouth. Which intervention should the nurse
implement?
A. Administer a prescribed sedative
B. Assist client to an upright position
C. Encourage client to drink water
D. Apply a high flow venturi mask
Answer: B. Assist client to an upright position.
QUESTION 2
A client arrives to the ED following a motor vehicle collision, The nurse observes the
client experiencing increasing dyspnea and notes absent breath sounds on the left
side, which procedure should the nurse prepare for the client?
A. Bronchoscopy
B. Chest tube insertion
C. Endotracheal intubation
D. Pulmonary function test
Answer: B. Chest tube insertion.
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BSN 266 HESI Exam Questions &
Answers Latest Updated 2026/2027
Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS RATIONALES
55 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 55 verified questions with correct answers covering key concepts in nursing. Each
item pairs a board-style question with the correct answer, making it suitable for exam preparation, course
review, and certification study.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Focuses on assessments and interventions for respiratory
Respiratory Care conditions. 5 Qs 9.1%
Covers assessment and management of neurological
Neurological Assessment conditions. 5 Qs 9.1%
Nutritional Deficiencies Examines issues related to dietary intake and deficiencies. 5 Qs 9.1%
Renal Function and Assessment Involves assessment and care plans for renal conditions. 5 Qs 9.1%
Addresses assessments and interventions for cardiovascular
Cardiovascular Conditions issues. 5 Qs 9.1%
Focuses on assessment and education for endocrine
Endocrine Disorders conditions. 4 Qs 7.3%
Covers nursing care and assessments following surgical
Postoperative Care procedures. 4 Qs 7.3%
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,STUDENT STUDY & MASTERY EDITION PRACTICE & REVIEW GUIDE
Examines assessment and interventions for infectious
Infectious Diseases conditions. 4 Qs 7.3%
Focuses on assessment and care for musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal Assessments injuries. 4 Qs 7.3%
Cancer Care Addresses care and education for clients with cancer. 4 Qs 7.3%
Involves the management and teaching for chronic health
Chronic Illness Management conditions. 6 Qs 10.9%
Patient Safety and Monitoring Focuses on safety measures and monitoring vital signs. 4 Qs 7.3%
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules 55 Qs 100.0%
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, STUDENT STUDY & MASTERY EDITION PRACTICE & REVIEW GUIDE
TOPIC 1: RESPIRATORY CARE
5 Questions • 9.1% of Exam • Focuses on assessments and interventions for respiratory conditions.
QUESTION 1
An older adult client with a long history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD) is admitted with progressive shortness of breath and a persistent cough. She is
anxious and is complaining of a dry mouth. Which intervention should the nurse
implement?
A. Administer a prescribed sedative
B. Assist client to an upright position
C. Encourage client to drink water
D. Apply a high flow venturi mask
Answer: B. Assist client to an upright position.
QUESTION 2
A client arrives to the ED following a motor vehicle collision, The nurse observes the
client experiencing increasing dyspnea and notes absent breath sounds on the left
side, which procedure should the nurse prepare for the client?
A. Bronchoscopy
B. Chest tube insertion
C. Endotracheal intubation
D. Pulmonary function test
Answer: B. Chest tube insertion.
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