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HESI PN Fundamentals V2 | 2026/2027 Edition
| Full Question Bank with Correct Answers |
Practical Nursing Fundamentals | HESI
Standardized Exam Prep
HESI PN FUNDAMENTALS EXAM
(2026/2027)
Actual Exam with Complete Questions and Answers | Practical Nurse Fundamentals |
HESI Testing Standards
Overview
This 2026/2027 validated resource contains the complete HESI PN Fundamentals Exam with actual
exam-style questions and verified correct answers, aligned with the current HESI Practical Nursing
testing blueprint. Designed to support PN candidates preparing for comprehensive assessment in
fundamental nursing concepts, priority-setting, patient care skills, and safety principles.
Key Features
✓ Full-Length Fundamental Nursing Exam aligned with HESI PN format
✓ Patient Safety & Infection Control with clinical applications
✓ Basic Care, Vital Signs, Mobility, and Comfort Interventions
✓ Updated 2026/2027 Practical Nursing competencies
✓ Pharmacological Basics and Nursing Responsibilities
✓ Prioritization, Delegation, and Critical Thinking Scenarios
Content Domains
• Basic Nursing Skills & Patient Care
• Safety, Infection Control & Hygiene
• Vital Signs, Mobility, and Comfort Measures
• Health Promotion & Maintenance
• Pharmacological Basics for PN Students
• Communication, Documentation & Ethics
, Answer Format
Verified correct answers in green, including:
• Clinical reasoning explanations
• Fundamental nursing concept breakdowns
• Priority-setting and safe-practice rationales
• Scenario-based interpretations
Critical Updates 2026/2027
◆ NEW – Revised HESI critical thinking frameworks
◆ UPDATED – Safety, hygiene, and infection-control protocols
◆ REVISED – Medication basics, dosage concepts, and scope-of-practice notes
◆ MODIFIED – PN role expectations and care-delivery guidelines
During the initial physical assessment of a newly admitted client with
a pressure ulcer, a LPN observes that the client's skin is dry and scaly.
The nurse applies emollients and reinforces the dressing on the pressure
ulcer. Legally, were the nurse's actions adequate?
The nurse provided supportive nursing care for the well-being of the
client.
A visitor comes to the nursing station and tells the nurse that a client
and his relative had a fight and that the client is now lying unconscious
on the floor. What is the most important action the LPN/LVN needs to take?
A Ask the client if he is okay.
Ask security to make sure the room is safe
To ensure the safety of a client who is receiving a continuous
intravenous normal saline infusion, the LPN should change the
administration set every
72 to 96 hours
A LPN/LVN is taking care of a client who has severe back pain as a result
of a work injury. What nursing considerations should be made when
determining the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Ask the client what is the client's acceptable level of pain.
Administer the pain medications regularly around the clock
The LPN/LVN is preparing to administer eardrops to a client that has
impacted cerumen. Before administering the drops, the nurse will assess
the client for which contraindications? Select all that apply
Allergy to the medication
Drainage from the ear canal
Tympanic membrane rupture
HESI PN Fundamentals V2 | 2026/2027 Edition
| Full Question Bank with Correct Answers |
Practical Nursing Fundamentals | HESI
Standardized Exam Prep
HESI PN FUNDAMENTALS EXAM
(2026/2027)
Actual Exam with Complete Questions and Answers | Practical Nurse Fundamentals |
HESI Testing Standards
Overview
This 2026/2027 validated resource contains the complete HESI PN Fundamentals Exam with actual
exam-style questions and verified correct answers, aligned with the current HESI Practical Nursing
testing blueprint. Designed to support PN candidates preparing for comprehensive assessment in
fundamental nursing concepts, priority-setting, patient care skills, and safety principles.
Key Features
✓ Full-Length Fundamental Nursing Exam aligned with HESI PN format
✓ Patient Safety & Infection Control with clinical applications
✓ Basic Care, Vital Signs, Mobility, and Comfort Interventions
✓ Updated 2026/2027 Practical Nursing competencies
✓ Pharmacological Basics and Nursing Responsibilities
✓ Prioritization, Delegation, and Critical Thinking Scenarios
Content Domains
• Basic Nursing Skills & Patient Care
• Safety, Infection Control & Hygiene
• Vital Signs, Mobility, and Comfort Measures
• Health Promotion & Maintenance
• Pharmacological Basics for PN Students
• Communication, Documentation & Ethics
, Answer Format
Verified correct answers in green, including:
• Clinical reasoning explanations
• Fundamental nursing concept breakdowns
• Priority-setting and safe-practice rationales
• Scenario-based interpretations
Critical Updates 2026/2027
◆ NEW – Revised HESI critical thinking frameworks
◆ UPDATED – Safety, hygiene, and infection-control protocols
◆ REVISED – Medication basics, dosage concepts, and scope-of-practice notes
◆ MODIFIED – PN role expectations and care-delivery guidelines
During the initial physical assessment of a newly admitted client with
a pressure ulcer, a LPN observes that the client's skin is dry and scaly.
The nurse applies emollients and reinforces the dressing on the pressure
ulcer. Legally, were the nurse's actions adequate?
The nurse provided supportive nursing care for the well-being of the
client.
A visitor comes to the nursing station and tells the nurse that a client
and his relative had a fight and that the client is now lying unconscious
on the floor. What is the most important action the LPN/LVN needs to take?
A Ask the client if he is okay.
Ask security to make sure the room is safe
To ensure the safety of a client who is receiving a continuous
intravenous normal saline infusion, the LPN should change the
administration set every
72 to 96 hours
A LPN/LVN is taking care of a client who has severe back pain as a result
of a work injury. What nursing considerations should be made when
determining the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Ask the client what is the client's acceptable level of pain.
Administer the pain medications regularly around the clock
The LPN/LVN is preparing to administer eardrops to a client that has
impacted cerumen. Before administering the drops, the nurse will assess
the client for which contraindications? Select all that apply
Allergy to the medication
Drainage from the ear canal
Tympanic membrane rupture
