HESI PN Nutrition Practice Exam
questions and answers 2024\2025
A+ Grade
The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client who was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus
(DM). What information is most important for the PN to reinforce with the client about life-style
changes
- correct answer Portion-controlled, heart healthy diet selectiions
The practical nurse (PN) suspects that a male client is altering his own diabetic journals to please his
healthcare provider. Which laboratory test should the PN review to evaluate the clients compliance with
self management for type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM)?
- correct answer Hemoglobin A1c.
The Practical nurse (PN) is evaluating a client for an increased need of B12 after undergoing a subtotal
gastrectomy. Which foods should the PN recommend that the client include in the diet.
- correct answer Cheese, eggs, and fish.
The home health practical nurse (PN) is caring a client with a stage III pressure ulcer. Which food
groupthat contains zinc should be added to the client's dietto aide in wound healing?
- correct answer Meats and shellfish
The practical nurse (PN) receives four new admissions in an assisted living community. After reviewing
the clients' medical histories, which client should the PN evaluate for a higher caloric diet?
- correct answer A client with bacterial pneumonia.
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting and 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?
- correct answer Lamb chops with mint jelly.
, 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? (select all that apply.)
- correct answer A. White rice with steamed vegetables.
B. Cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes.
A client who is lactose intolerant asks the practical nurse (PN) for suggestions about different food
sources that are enriched in calcium and vitamin D. Which foods should the PN suggest?
- correct answer Fortified soy products.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing guidelines to manage stress incontinence with a female client.
Which dietary change should the PN emphasize that will benefit the client?
- correct answer Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the dietary recommendations with the client who had a partial
gastrectomy and experienced dumping syndrome. Which statement by the client indicates that the
recommendations were understood?
- correct answer Fluids should be limited to eight ounces with meals.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing a list of foods with the family that are recommended for an older
client who recently had a total colectomy and colostomy. Which food item should the PN discuss about
including in the client's postoperative diet?
- correct answer Chicken noodle soup.
The practical nurse (PN) interviews a client who had a total colectomy 2 weeks ago. The client claims to
be confident in the management of the new colostomy, but is having problems managing the odor.
What suggestions should the PN provide the client to help decrease odor in the colostomy bag? (select
all that apply)
- correct answer A. Eat foods containing yogurt.
C. Drink a glass of buttermilk.
D. Eat sprigs of parsley.
The practical nurser (PN) reviews self-care with a male client who is newly diagnosed with cirrhosis.
Which vitamin deficit due to liver damage should the PN discuss with the client that increases his
questions and answers 2024\2025
A+ Grade
The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client who was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus
(DM). What information is most important for the PN to reinforce with the client about life-style
changes
- correct answer Portion-controlled, heart healthy diet selectiions
The practical nurse (PN) suspects that a male client is altering his own diabetic journals to please his
healthcare provider. Which laboratory test should the PN review to evaluate the clients compliance with
self management for type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM)?
- correct answer Hemoglobin A1c.
The Practical nurse (PN) is evaluating a client for an increased need of B12 after undergoing a subtotal
gastrectomy. Which foods should the PN recommend that the client include in the diet.
- correct answer Cheese, eggs, and fish.
The home health practical nurse (PN) is caring a client with a stage III pressure ulcer. Which food
groupthat contains zinc should be added to the client's dietto aide in wound healing?
- correct answer Meats and shellfish
The practical nurse (PN) receives four new admissions in an assisted living community. After reviewing
the clients' medical histories, which client should the PN evaluate for a higher caloric diet?
- correct answer A client with bacterial pneumonia.
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting and 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?
- correct answer Lamb chops with mint jelly.
, 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? (select all that apply.)
- correct answer A. White rice with steamed vegetables.
B. Cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes.
A client who is lactose intolerant asks the practical nurse (PN) for suggestions about different food
sources that are enriched in calcium and vitamin D. Which foods should the PN suggest?
- correct answer Fortified soy products.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing guidelines to manage stress incontinence with a female client.
Which dietary change should the PN emphasize that will benefit the client?
- correct answer Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the dietary recommendations with the client who had a partial
gastrectomy and experienced dumping syndrome. Which statement by the client indicates that the
recommendations were understood?
- correct answer Fluids should be limited to eight ounces with meals.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing a list of foods with the family that are recommended for an older
client who recently had a total colectomy and colostomy. Which food item should the PN discuss about
including in the client's postoperative diet?
- correct answer Chicken noodle soup.
The practical nurse (PN) interviews a client who had a total colectomy 2 weeks ago. The client claims to
be confident in the management of the new colostomy, but is having problems managing the odor.
What suggestions should the PN provide the client to help decrease odor in the colostomy bag? (select
all that apply)
- correct answer A. Eat foods containing yogurt.
C. Drink a glass of buttermilk.
D. Eat sprigs of parsley.
The practical nurser (PN) reviews self-care with a male client who is newly diagnosed with cirrhosis.
Which vitamin deficit due to liver damage should the PN discuss with the client that increases his
