Evolve Fundamentals HESI: Complete Exam
Solutions with Expert-Verified Questions and
Correct Responses for Top Academic Performance
An elderly client in an assisted living community is refusing treat during meal time. The
practical nurse (PN) discovers the the client has several mouth ulcers. What type of food
should the PN suggest to promote intake and healing ulcers?
a. poached eggs or scrambled eggs
b. hot sauce and broths
c. peanut butter crackers
d. ice cream or milk shakes a. poached eggs or scrambled eggs
bland or soft food with a significant amount of protein content is best
The practical nurse (PN) reviews self-care with a male client who is newly diagnosed with
cirrhosis. Which vitamin deficit due to the liver damage should the PN discuss with the
client that increases his susceptibility of bleeding?
a. vit K
b. vit C
c. vit E
d. vit B a. vit K
clients with cirrhosis have a decrease in bile production which is necessary for fat
emulsification and absorption of fat-soluble vitamin K and a deficit in vitamin K puts the
client at risk for bleeding due to a decrease in hepatic synthesis of clotting factors, such as
prothrombin
The healthcare provider prescribes a protein supplement for an older client who is
recovering from surgery. What information should the practical nurse provide the family
about the value of the supplement?
a. an increase of protein supplies fuel for energy in the client
,b. additional protein promotes tissue healing postoperatively
c. protein supplements stimulate the client's appetite
d. increased protein satiates craving for carbohydrates b. additional protein promotes
tissue healing postoperatively
incised tissue needs additional protein to help build and repair cells
The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a group of clients who are on a high protein diet.
Which client's condition is most likely to experience the most therapeutic response with
this diet?
a. client with cardiovascular disease
b. client recovering from illness or surgery
c. client who is experiencing a stressful life event
d. client who exercises regularly after sporadic activity b. client recovering from illness or
surgery
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing a meal plan of foods rich in riboflavin for primigravida
client, Which foods should the PN suggest that the client eat at least 2 servings daily?
a. fresh fruits
b. enriched cereals
c. white potatoes
d. white rice b. enriched cereals
The practical nurse (PN) stresses to a female client the importance of osteoporosis
prevention. Which foods should the PN recommend the client to include in her diet?
a. apples
b. cheddar cheese
c. lima beans
d. canned tuna d. canned tuna
The practical nurse (PN) is evaluating the client's knowledge of low-sodium menu
selections. Which food items listed by the client confirm appropriate choices? (SATA)
, a. white rice with steamed vegetables
b. cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes
c. canned vegetable soup with crackers
d. turkey bacon with scrambled eggs
e. chicken with soy sauce and brown rice a. white rice with steamed vegetables
b. cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the diet with a client with acute cholecystitis. Which
food selection demonstrates to the PN that the client understands the dietary
recommendations?
a. chicken pot pie and buttered rolls
b. sautéed ground beef with mashed potatoes
c. friend round steak and macaroni with cheese
d. baked fish and tomatoes with lettuce d. baked fish and tomatoes with lettuce
a client with acute cholecystitis should decrease dietary fat in foods, so baked foods are
the best choice
The practical nurse (PN) is discharging a new mother from he post partum unit. Which
statement made by the client during discharge indicates that the new mother needs
reenforcement of the breastfeeding instructions?
a. increase caloric intake by a minimum of 500 calories t aid with milk production
b. drink one glass of wine while breast feeding to help with milk "let down"
c. drink fluids liberally between 2 to 3 liters/day to help with milk production
d. spicy foods should be avoided to reduce the incidence of causing distress for the baby
b. drink one glass of wine while breast feeding to help with milk "let down"
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting an Orthodox Jewish client who has dementia make
weekly dinner choices in an assisted living community. Which main course selections
should the PN suggest that are suitable for a kosher diet?
a. lamb chops with mint jelly
Solutions with Expert-Verified Questions and
Correct Responses for Top Academic Performance
An elderly client in an assisted living community is refusing treat during meal time. The
practical nurse (PN) discovers the the client has several mouth ulcers. What type of food
should the PN suggest to promote intake and healing ulcers?
a. poached eggs or scrambled eggs
b. hot sauce and broths
c. peanut butter crackers
d. ice cream or milk shakes a. poached eggs or scrambled eggs
bland or soft food with a significant amount of protein content is best
The practical nurse (PN) reviews self-care with a male client who is newly diagnosed with
cirrhosis. Which vitamin deficit due to the liver damage should the PN discuss with the
client that increases his susceptibility of bleeding?
a. vit K
b. vit C
c. vit E
d. vit B a. vit K
clients with cirrhosis have a decrease in bile production which is necessary for fat
emulsification and absorption of fat-soluble vitamin K and a deficit in vitamin K puts the
client at risk for bleeding due to a decrease in hepatic synthesis of clotting factors, such as
prothrombin
The healthcare provider prescribes a protein supplement for an older client who is
recovering from surgery. What information should the practical nurse provide the family
about the value of the supplement?
a. an increase of protein supplies fuel for energy in the client
,b. additional protein promotes tissue healing postoperatively
c. protein supplements stimulate the client's appetite
d. increased protein satiates craving for carbohydrates b. additional protein promotes
tissue healing postoperatively
incised tissue needs additional protein to help build and repair cells
The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a group of clients who are on a high protein diet.
Which client's condition is most likely to experience the most therapeutic response with
this diet?
a. client with cardiovascular disease
b. client recovering from illness or surgery
c. client who is experiencing a stressful life event
d. client who exercises regularly after sporadic activity b. client recovering from illness or
surgery
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing a meal plan of foods rich in riboflavin for primigravida
client, Which foods should the PN suggest that the client eat at least 2 servings daily?
a. fresh fruits
b. enriched cereals
c. white potatoes
d. white rice b. enriched cereals
The practical nurse (PN) stresses to a female client the importance of osteoporosis
prevention. Which foods should the PN recommend the client to include in her diet?
a. apples
b. cheddar cheese
c. lima beans
d. canned tuna d. canned tuna
The practical nurse (PN) is evaluating the client's knowledge of low-sodium menu
selections. Which food items listed by the client confirm appropriate choices? (SATA)
, a. white rice with steamed vegetables
b. cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes
c. canned vegetable soup with crackers
d. turkey bacon with scrambled eggs
e. chicken with soy sauce and brown rice a. white rice with steamed vegetables
b. cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the diet with a client with acute cholecystitis. Which
food selection demonstrates to the PN that the client understands the dietary
recommendations?
a. chicken pot pie and buttered rolls
b. sautéed ground beef with mashed potatoes
c. friend round steak and macaroni with cheese
d. baked fish and tomatoes with lettuce d. baked fish and tomatoes with lettuce
a client with acute cholecystitis should decrease dietary fat in foods, so baked foods are
the best choice
The practical nurse (PN) is discharging a new mother from he post partum unit. Which
statement made by the client during discharge indicates that the new mother needs
reenforcement of the breastfeeding instructions?
a. increase caloric intake by a minimum of 500 calories t aid with milk production
b. drink one glass of wine while breast feeding to help with milk "let down"
c. drink fluids liberally between 2 to 3 liters/day to help with milk production
d. spicy foods should be avoided to reduce the incidence of causing distress for the baby
b. drink one glass of wine while breast feeding to help with milk "let down"
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting an Orthodox Jewish client who has dementia make
weekly dinner choices in an assisted living community. Which main course selections
should the PN suggest that are suitable for a kosher diet?
a. lamb chops with mint jelly
