BSN 246 HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT V1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST DOWNLOADED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM ALL
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT DETAILED BEST GRADED A+ FOR SUCCESS
A Muslim male client refuses to let the female registered nurse (RN) listen to his breath sounds
during the examination. How should the RN respond? - CORRECT ANSWERS Request a
male nurse or healthcare provider to perform the exam.
cultural issues to assess to prepare client for discharge - CORRECT ANSWERS language,
education level, lifestyle, financial resources,
Assessments to identify and document that are consistent with PUD (peptic ulcer disease) -
CORRECT ANSWERS hematemsis, gastric pain, intolerance of spicy foods
steatorrhea - CORRECT ANSWERS fatty stool- not associated with peptic ulcer disease
(PUD)
Common complications of systemic lupus erythematosus - CORRECT ANSWERS weight
loss, anorexia, depressed mood, break in tissue integrity
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)- complications that should be reported immediately -
CORRECT ANSWERS fever related to infection- secondary infections are a major
concern due to use of corticosteroids and chemotherapeutic agents that suppress the immune
system
Common symptoms of viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) - CORRECT ANSWERS
dehydration (from diarrhea and throwing up), dizziness when ambulating due to fluid volume
deficit, poor skin turgor, dry mucous membranes and lips
Rebound abdominal tenderness over right lower quadrant - CORRECT ANSWERS could
be an indication of appendicitis- notify provider. It is not common for those with gastroenteritis
,BSN 246 HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT V1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST DOWNLOADED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM ALL
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT DETAILED BEST GRADED A+ FOR SUCCESS
weak pedal pulse and what else is consistent with diminished peripheral circulation -
CORRECT ANSWERS diminished hair on legs, skin cool to touch (decreased arterial
blood flow)
Common complications of immobility include - CORRECT ANSWERS - stiff joints (early
warning of contractures and atrophy)
- osteoporosis, decreased flexibility
- DVT, PE
- orthostatic hypotension
- atelectasis and pneumonia
- retention, UTIs, kidney stones
- pressure ulcers
- depression, anxiety, cognitive decline
Early signs of hypovolemic shock - CORRECT ANSWERS - lethargy, AMS
- tachycardia,
- cool, clammy, pale or mottled skin
tachypneic
decreased urine output (oliguria)
- delayed cap refill
Blood pressure doesn't decrease until later stages
asthma treated with Beta 2 receptor expected response - CORRECT ANSWERS rapid
resolution of wheezing
improved pulse ox
, BSN 246 HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT V1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST DOWNLOADED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM ALL
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT DETAILED BEST GRADED A+ FOR SUCCESS
esophageal varices - CORRECT ANSWERS abnormally dilated veins in lower esophagus.
Caused by portal hypertension most common cause is liver cirrhosis. high risk of rupturing.
- usually asymptotic until they rupture-
signs of bleeding
- hematemesis, melena (black tarry stools), anemia, hypovolemic shock
nursing intervention most important for esophageal varices - CORRECT ANSWERS
monitoring infusing IV fluids and replacement blood products- patient at risk of fluid volume
deficit and hypovolemic shock if varices rupture
important maintain hemodynamic stability
why do we combo drug therapies for TB? - CORRECT ANSWERS development of
resistant strains of TB is decreased with combo drugs and ensure efficacy of treatment
What should the nurse prepare a patient for immediately after chest tube removal? -
CORRECT ANSWERS a chest xray- ensure that lung expansion has been maintained
after removal
diverticulosis - CORRECT ANSWERS small pouch like sacs form in the colon- can be
caused by chronic constipation (straining weakens colon wall), low fiber diet, obesity, lack of
exercise, smoking
how does liver cirrhosis lead to varicose veins in the esophagus? - CORRECT ANSWERS
increased portal pressure- shunts blood glow to esophageal vessels
paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND) - CORRECT ANSWERS sudden and severe SOB
that occurs at night most common cause is left-sided heart failure
ANSWERS LATEST DOWNLOADED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM ALL
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT DETAILED BEST GRADED A+ FOR SUCCESS
A Muslim male client refuses to let the female registered nurse (RN) listen to his breath sounds
during the examination. How should the RN respond? - CORRECT ANSWERS Request a
male nurse or healthcare provider to perform the exam.
cultural issues to assess to prepare client for discharge - CORRECT ANSWERS language,
education level, lifestyle, financial resources,
Assessments to identify and document that are consistent with PUD (peptic ulcer disease) -
CORRECT ANSWERS hematemsis, gastric pain, intolerance of spicy foods
steatorrhea - CORRECT ANSWERS fatty stool- not associated with peptic ulcer disease
(PUD)
Common complications of systemic lupus erythematosus - CORRECT ANSWERS weight
loss, anorexia, depressed mood, break in tissue integrity
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)- complications that should be reported immediately -
CORRECT ANSWERS fever related to infection- secondary infections are a major
concern due to use of corticosteroids and chemotherapeutic agents that suppress the immune
system
Common symptoms of viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) - CORRECT ANSWERS
dehydration (from diarrhea and throwing up), dizziness when ambulating due to fluid volume
deficit, poor skin turgor, dry mucous membranes and lips
Rebound abdominal tenderness over right lower quadrant - CORRECT ANSWERS could
be an indication of appendicitis- notify provider. It is not common for those with gastroenteritis
,BSN 246 HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT V1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST DOWNLOADED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM ALL
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT DETAILED BEST GRADED A+ FOR SUCCESS
weak pedal pulse and what else is consistent with diminished peripheral circulation -
CORRECT ANSWERS diminished hair on legs, skin cool to touch (decreased arterial
blood flow)
Common complications of immobility include - CORRECT ANSWERS - stiff joints (early
warning of contractures and atrophy)
- osteoporosis, decreased flexibility
- DVT, PE
- orthostatic hypotension
- atelectasis and pneumonia
- retention, UTIs, kidney stones
- pressure ulcers
- depression, anxiety, cognitive decline
Early signs of hypovolemic shock - CORRECT ANSWERS - lethargy, AMS
- tachycardia,
- cool, clammy, pale or mottled skin
tachypneic
decreased urine output (oliguria)
- delayed cap refill
Blood pressure doesn't decrease until later stages
asthma treated with Beta 2 receptor expected response - CORRECT ANSWERS rapid
resolution of wheezing
improved pulse ox
, BSN 246 HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT V1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST DOWNLOADED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM ALL
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT DETAILED BEST GRADED A+ FOR SUCCESS
esophageal varices - CORRECT ANSWERS abnormally dilated veins in lower esophagus.
Caused by portal hypertension most common cause is liver cirrhosis. high risk of rupturing.
- usually asymptotic until they rupture-
signs of bleeding
- hematemesis, melena (black tarry stools), anemia, hypovolemic shock
nursing intervention most important for esophageal varices - CORRECT ANSWERS
monitoring infusing IV fluids and replacement blood products- patient at risk of fluid volume
deficit and hypovolemic shock if varices rupture
important maintain hemodynamic stability
why do we combo drug therapies for TB? - CORRECT ANSWERS development of
resistant strains of TB is decreased with combo drugs and ensure efficacy of treatment
What should the nurse prepare a patient for immediately after chest tube removal? -
CORRECT ANSWERS a chest xray- ensure that lung expansion has been maintained
after removal
diverticulosis - CORRECT ANSWERS small pouch like sacs form in the colon- can be
caused by chronic constipation (straining weakens colon wall), low fiber diet, obesity, lack of
exercise, smoking
how does liver cirrhosis lead to varicose veins in the esophagus? - CORRECT ANSWERS
increased portal pressure- shunts blood glow to esophageal vessels
paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND) - CORRECT ANSWERS sudden and severe SOB
that occurs at night most common cause is left-sided heart failure
