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Hesi Fundamentals PN Questions and
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The PN monitors the infusion of fluids via a peripheral line. The
prescription states, "3% Normal Saline (NS) to infuse at 100 ml/hour."
The client's most recent serum sodium level is 135 mEq/L. What action
should the PN take?
Ans: Consult with a healthcare provider about the prescription
Which lab test will the PN monitor to determine if this may be a factor
contributing to Helen's problem?
Ans: serum protein
Which problem often occurs in the elderly and may have contributed to
the fluid volume deficit Helen is experiencing?
Ans: decreased hepatic blood flow
The PN then explains that Helen's weight loss represents
approximately how many liters of fluid loss?
Ans: three.
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The PN explains to Helen's daughter that Helen has lost approximately
how many pounds? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required,
round to the whole number.)
Ans: 7= 65 kg 2x2 = 143. 150 lbs.-143= 7lbs
What action should the PN implement?
Ans: document the presence of inelastic skin turgor
Since Helen has a fluid volume deficit, the PN anticipates a decrease in
which vital sign when Helen moves from a lying to a standing position?
Ans: Blood pressure
After recording the first blood pressure measurement, what action will
the PN take?
Ans: count the clients radial pulse
Vital Signs: Orthostatic Changes
The PN plans to observe Helen for orthostatic vital sign changes.
Which action will the PN take first?
Ans: Position the client in Supine position
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Hesi Fundamentals PN Questions and
Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already
Graded
The PN monitors the infusion of fluids via a peripheral line. The
prescription states, "3% Normal Saline (NS) to infuse at 100 ml/hour."
The client's most recent serum sodium level is 135 mEq/L. What action
should the PN take?
Ans: Consult with a healthcare provider about the prescription
Which lab test will the PN monitor to determine if this may be a factor
contributing to Helen's problem?
Ans: serum protein
Which problem often occurs in the elderly and may have contributed to
the fluid volume deficit Helen is experiencing?
Ans: decreased hepatic blood flow
The PN then explains that Helen's weight loss represents
approximately how many liters of fluid loss?
Ans: three.
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The PN explains to Helen's daughter that Helen has lost approximately
how many pounds? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required,
round to the whole number.)
Ans: 7= 65 kg 2x2 = 143. 150 lbs.-143= 7lbs
What action should the PN implement?
Ans: document the presence of inelastic skin turgor
Since Helen has a fluid volume deficit, the PN anticipates a decrease in
which vital sign when Helen moves from a lying to a standing position?
Ans: Blood pressure
After recording the first blood pressure measurement, what action will
the PN take?
Ans: count the clients radial pulse
Vital Signs: Orthostatic Changes
The PN plans to observe Helen for orthostatic vital sign changes.
Which action will the PN take first?
Ans: Position the client in Supine position
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