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On the morning of surgery a client is admitted for resection of
an abdominal aortic aneurysm. While awaiting surgery, the
client suddenly develops symptoms of shock. Which nursing
action is priority?
a. Prepare for blood transfusions.
b. Notify the surgeon immediately.
c. Make the client nothing by mouth (NPO).
d. Administer the prescribed preoperative sedative. - ANSWER-
b
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A nurse understands that value clarification is a technique useful
in therapeutic communication because initially it helps clients do
what?
a. Become aware of their personal values
b. Gain information related to their needs
c. Make correct decisions related to their health
d. Alter their value systems to make them more socially
acceptable - ANSWER-a
An Asian client arrives at the mental health clinic with
symptoms of anxiety and panic. While speaking with the client,
the nurse notes that the client makes very little eye contact.
What does this assessment data suggest?
a. Shyness
b. Cultural variation
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c. Symptom of depression
d. Shame regarding treatment - ANSWER-b
Before effectively responding to a sexually abused victim on the
phone, it is essential that the nurse in the rape crisis center do
what?
a. Get the client's full name and address.
b. Call for assistance from the psychiatrist.
c. Know some myths and facts about sexual assault.
d. Be aware of any personal bias about sexual assault. -
ANSWER-d
Which ethnic group has a greater incidence of osteoporosis due
to musculoskeletal differences?
a. Irish Americans
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b. African Americans
c. Chinese Americans
d. Egyptian Americans - ANSWER-c
The preschool-age client is learning sociocultural mores. What
should this imply to the nurse regarding this client?
a. The child is developing a conscience.
b. The child is learning about gender roles.
c. The child is developing a sense of security.
d. The child is learning about the political process. - ANSWER-a
A client who has a hemoglobin of 6 gm/dL (60 mmol/L) is
refusing blood because of religious reasons. What is the most
appropriate action by the nurse?
HESI Critical Care 2025, critical care nursing exam,
HESI test bank, HESI practice exam, advanced
nursing questions, verified HESI answers, critical care
test prep
On the morning of surgery a client is admitted for resection of
an abdominal aortic aneurysm. While awaiting surgery, the
client suddenly develops symptoms of shock. Which nursing
action is priority?
a. Prepare for blood transfusions.
b. Notify the surgeon immediately.
c. Make the client nothing by mouth (NPO).
d. Administer the prescribed preoperative sedative. - ANSWER-
b
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A nurse understands that value clarification is a technique useful
in therapeutic communication because initially it helps clients do
what?
a. Become aware of their personal values
b. Gain information related to their needs
c. Make correct decisions related to their health
d. Alter their value systems to make them more socially
acceptable - ANSWER-a
An Asian client arrives at the mental health clinic with
symptoms of anxiety and panic. While speaking with the client,
the nurse notes that the client makes very little eye contact.
What does this assessment data suggest?
a. Shyness
b. Cultural variation
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c. Symptom of depression
d. Shame regarding treatment - ANSWER-b
Before effectively responding to a sexually abused victim on the
phone, it is essential that the nurse in the rape crisis center do
what?
a. Get the client's full name and address.
b. Call for assistance from the psychiatrist.
c. Know some myths and facts about sexual assault.
d. Be aware of any personal bias about sexual assault. -
ANSWER-d
Which ethnic group has a greater incidence of osteoporosis due
to musculoskeletal differences?
a. Irish Americans
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b. African Americans
c. Chinese Americans
d. Egyptian Americans - ANSWER-c
The preschool-age client is learning sociocultural mores. What
should this imply to the nurse regarding this client?
a. The child is developing a conscience.
b. The child is learning about gender roles.
c. The child is developing a sense of security.
d. The child is learning about the political process. - ANSWER-a
A client who has a hemoglobin of 6 gm/dL (60 mmol/L) is
refusing blood because of religious reasons. What is the most
appropriate action by the nurse?
