HESI Fundamentals Exam - Spring Latest
Update 2025 With Comprehensive
Questions And Correct Answers
(Completely Verified) Graded A+
Strict bedrest -correct answerComplete rest in bed without any movement
Shearing forces -correct answerForces that cause the skin to move in one direction
while the underlying bone moves in the opposite direction
Nasogastric tube (NGT) -correct answerA tube inserted through the nose and into the
stomach for administration of medications or feeding
Flush the tube -correct answerTo clear the tube by pushing fluid through it
Analgesic -correct answerA medication used to relieve pain
Hospice care -correct answerSpecialized care for individuals who are terminally ill and
have a life expectancy of six months or less
Cyanosis -correct answerBluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due
to decreased oxygen levels in the blood
, Upper extremities -correct answerThe arms and hands
Lower extremities -correct answerThe legs and feet
Venous return -correct answerThe flow of blood back to the heart through the veins
Blood pressure -correct answerThe force exerted by the blood against the walls of the
blood vessels
Blood transfusion -correct answerThe process of transferring blood or blood products
from one person (donor) to another (recipient)
Infiltration -correct answerThe leakage of a fluid (such as medication or IV solution)
into the surrounding tissue
Urinary retention -correct answerThe inability to completely empty the bladder
Malpractice -correct answerProfessional negligence or failure to provide a standard of
care that results in harm to a patient
Hospice care -correct answerSpecialized care for individuals who are terminally ill and
have a life expectancy of six months or less
Fluid volume deficit -correct answerA condition in which there is a decrease in the
amount of fluid in the body
Myasthenia gravis -correct answerA chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease
characterized by weakness and rapid fatigue of voluntary muscles
Low-sodium diet -correct answerA diet that restricts the intake of sodium (salt)
Muscle mass -correct answerThe amount of muscle tissue in the body
Compartment syndrome -correct answerA condition in which increased pressure within
a muscle compartment impairs blood flow and can cause muscle and nerve damage
Wound care -correct answerThe process of cleaning and dressing a wound to promote
healing and prevent infection
Urinary tract infection (UTI) -correct answerAn infection of the urinary system, typically
caused by bacteria
Fluid volume deficit -correct answerA condition in which there is a decrease in the
amount of fluid in the body
Update 2025 With Comprehensive
Questions And Correct Answers
(Completely Verified) Graded A+
Strict bedrest -correct answerComplete rest in bed without any movement
Shearing forces -correct answerForces that cause the skin to move in one direction
while the underlying bone moves in the opposite direction
Nasogastric tube (NGT) -correct answerA tube inserted through the nose and into the
stomach for administration of medications or feeding
Flush the tube -correct answerTo clear the tube by pushing fluid through it
Analgesic -correct answerA medication used to relieve pain
Hospice care -correct answerSpecialized care for individuals who are terminally ill and
have a life expectancy of six months or less
Cyanosis -correct answerBluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due
to decreased oxygen levels in the blood
, Upper extremities -correct answerThe arms and hands
Lower extremities -correct answerThe legs and feet
Venous return -correct answerThe flow of blood back to the heart through the veins
Blood pressure -correct answerThe force exerted by the blood against the walls of the
blood vessels
Blood transfusion -correct answerThe process of transferring blood or blood products
from one person (donor) to another (recipient)
Infiltration -correct answerThe leakage of a fluid (such as medication or IV solution)
into the surrounding tissue
Urinary retention -correct answerThe inability to completely empty the bladder
Malpractice -correct answerProfessional negligence or failure to provide a standard of
care that results in harm to a patient
Hospice care -correct answerSpecialized care for individuals who are terminally ill and
have a life expectancy of six months or less
Fluid volume deficit -correct answerA condition in which there is a decrease in the
amount of fluid in the body
Myasthenia gravis -correct answerA chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease
characterized by weakness and rapid fatigue of voluntary muscles
Low-sodium diet -correct answerA diet that restricts the intake of sodium (salt)
Muscle mass -correct answerThe amount of muscle tissue in the body
Compartment syndrome -correct answerA condition in which increased pressure within
a muscle compartment impairs blood flow and can cause muscle and nerve damage
Wound care -correct answerThe process of cleaning and dressing a wound to promote
healing and prevent infection
Urinary tract infection (UTI) -correct answerAn infection of the urinary system, typically
caused by bacteria
Fluid volume deficit -correct answerA condition in which there is a decrease in the
amount of fluid in the body
