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PN HESI EXIT EXAM | HESI PN EXIT EXAM WITH NGN
ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS 2025 BRAND NEW!! (HESI PN EXIT EXAM 2025)
1."The practical nurse (PN) notices that a client's urine is pale yellow, with a cloudy appearance,
and has a foul odor. Which assessment should the PN complete next?"
Ask the client about urinary frequency.
2. "The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client with a new prescription for futicasone furoate
nasal spray prescribed for the client's allergy symptoms. While reinforcing instructions about
self-administration of the nasal spray, the PN should emphasize the need for the client to take
which action before self-administration?"
A. Gently blow the nose
B. Check glucose level before and after administration
C. Exhale through the mouth
D. Deep breathe and cough
3. "An older adult client who resides in a long-term care facility has a friend of the opposite sex
who often visits in the evenings. The practical nurse (PN) enters the client's room to administer
medications and finds the couple in bed together. Which action should the PN take?"
A. Report the incident to the family
B. Exit the room and quietly close the door.
C. Ask when the nurse should return
D. Request that the friend get up and leave
4. "Several residents of a long-term care facility are receiving eye drops to treat glaucoma. The
practical nurse (PN) should caution the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) caring for these
clients to observe for which effect because it places the clients at risk for falls?
A. Pupillary constriction
B. Increased heart rate
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C. Conjunctival redness
D. Elevated blood pressure
5. which action by a practical nurse (PN) indicates the best understanding of the principles
related to medical asepsis and effective handwashing?"
A. Dry the hands above the wrists first to dry from clean to dirty
B. Use antibacterial hand gel instead of handwashing between clients
C. Turn the water volume to a low level to decrease splashing.
D. Hold the hands lower than the elbows to promote microbe removal
6. "The practical nurse (PN) is removing the personal protective equipment (PPE) worn when
caring for a client. Which PPE should be removed first?"
A. Disposable gloves
B. gloves
C. Face Mask
D. Cap
7. "The practical nurse (PN) palpates a client's radial pulse and notes that the pulse disappears
when light pressure is applied. How should the PN document this finding?"
A. Palpate skin beats
B. Measuring pulse
C. Light preassure applied to pulse
D. Thready pulse volume
8. "The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a primigravida five hours after a vaginal delivery.
Which finding should the PN report immediately to the charge nurse?"
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A. Firm fundus between umbillicus and the symphysis
B. Heart rate of 90 bpm
C. Rubra lochia saturating three perineal pads per hour.
D. Pelvical pain
9. Following the dressing change of an abdominal surgical wound, a client expresses concern to
the practical nurse (PN) about the scar that might result from the wound. Which response is best
for the PN to provide?"
A. You can always wear clothing to cover the scar
B. I have heard that rubbing cocoa butter on the scar can help
C. Tell me more about your concerns regarding an abdominal scar
D. I know you are frightened about how your scar will appear
10. The practical nurse (PN) is making a home visit to an older adult client who was recently
diagnosed with Herpes zoster. The client reports the onset of severe burning pain along the right
side of the trunk. Which action should the PN take?"
A. Administer a prescribed PRN dose of analgesic
B. Notify the nursing supervisor of the uncontrolled pain
C. Give the next prescribed dose of antiviral medication
D. Obtain an oxygen tank for home administration
11. "When preparing to change a client's sterile dressing, the practical nurse (PN) opens a
package of gauze pads as seen in the picture. Which action should the PN take next?"
A. Apply a new pair of gloves
B. Secure the gauze pads over the insicion
C. Obtain more dressings from the supply room
D. Pick up pads and place on a sterile field
PN HESI EXIT EXAM | HESI PN EXIT EXAM WITH NGN
ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS 2025 BRAND NEW!! (HESI PN EXIT EXAM 2025)
1."The practical nurse (PN) notices that a client's urine is pale yellow, with a cloudy appearance,
and has a foul odor. Which assessment should the PN complete next?"
Ask the client about urinary frequency.
2. "The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client with a new prescription for futicasone furoate
nasal spray prescribed for the client's allergy symptoms. While reinforcing instructions about
self-administration of the nasal spray, the PN should emphasize the need for the client to take
which action before self-administration?"
A. Gently blow the nose
B. Check glucose level before and after administration
C. Exhale through the mouth
D. Deep breathe and cough
3. "An older adult client who resides in a long-term care facility has a friend of the opposite sex
who often visits in the evenings. The practical nurse (PN) enters the client's room to administer
medications and finds the couple in bed together. Which action should the PN take?"
A. Report the incident to the family
B. Exit the room and quietly close the door.
C. Ask when the nurse should return
D. Request that the friend get up and leave
4. "Several residents of a long-term care facility are receiving eye drops to treat glaucoma. The
practical nurse (PN) should caution the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) caring for these
clients to observe for which effect because it places the clients at risk for falls?
A. Pupillary constriction
B. Increased heart rate
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C. Conjunctival redness
D. Elevated blood pressure
5. which action by a practical nurse (PN) indicates the best understanding of the principles
related to medical asepsis and effective handwashing?"
A. Dry the hands above the wrists first to dry from clean to dirty
B. Use antibacterial hand gel instead of handwashing between clients
C. Turn the water volume to a low level to decrease splashing.
D. Hold the hands lower than the elbows to promote microbe removal
6. "The practical nurse (PN) is removing the personal protective equipment (PPE) worn when
caring for a client. Which PPE should be removed first?"
A. Disposable gloves
B. gloves
C. Face Mask
D. Cap
7. "The practical nurse (PN) palpates a client's radial pulse and notes that the pulse disappears
when light pressure is applied. How should the PN document this finding?"
A. Palpate skin beats
B. Measuring pulse
C. Light preassure applied to pulse
D. Thready pulse volume
8. "The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a primigravida five hours after a vaginal delivery.
Which finding should the PN report immediately to the charge nurse?"
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A. Firm fundus between umbillicus and the symphysis
B. Heart rate of 90 bpm
C. Rubra lochia saturating three perineal pads per hour.
D. Pelvical pain
9. Following the dressing change of an abdominal surgical wound, a client expresses concern to
the practical nurse (PN) about the scar that might result from the wound. Which response is best
for the PN to provide?"
A. You can always wear clothing to cover the scar
B. I have heard that rubbing cocoa butter on the scar can help
C. Tell me more about your concerns regarding an abdominal scar
D. I know you are frightened about how your scar will appear
10. The practical nurse (PN) is making a home visit to an older adult client who was recently
diagnosed with Herpes zoster. The client reports the onset of severe burning pain along the right
side of the trunk. Which action should the PN take?"
A. Administer a prescribed PRN dose of analgesic
B. Notify the nursing supervisor of the uncontrolled pain
C. Give the next prescribed dose of antiviral medication
D. Obtain an oxygen tank for home administration
11. "When preparing to change a client's sterile dressing, the practical nurse (PN) opens a
package of gauze pads as seen in the picture. Which action should the PN take next?"
A. Apply a new pair of gloves
B. Secure the gauze pads over the insicion
C. Obtain more dressings from the supply room
D. Pick up pads and place on a sterile field
