HESI Exit RN Next Generation (NGN) – Version B 2026 |
Practice Questions & Detailed Answers | Graded A+
1. Which statement by the nurse supports self-care behavior to help prevent benign
prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
"Avoid or limit alcohol and caffeine intake."
"Use antioxidant and anti-inflammatory supplements daily."
"Begin having routine prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels tested at age 40."
"Maintain a healthy lifestyle that includes exercise and maintenance of a
healthy weight."
2. A 32-week gestation neonate, 2 hours old, has received exogenous surfactant
(Survanta). Which of the following should the nurse monitor to evaluate the
newborn's condition following administration of this medication?
Axillary temp
Apical HR
O2 sat
3. Why is it important for the UAP to measure vital signs during a blood transfusion?
To assess the effectiveness of the transfusion
To detect any potential transfusion reactions early
To ensure the client is comfortable during the procedure
To prepare the client for discharge after the transfusion
,4. A nurse is caring for a newborn who is preterm and has respiratory distress
syndrome. Which of the following assessments is the priority when evaluating
the newborn's condition following the administration of synthetic surfactant?
body temperature
serum bilirubin
oxygen saturation
heart rate
5. Why is it important for the nurse to ask the client for a description of their exercise
schedule?
To assess the effectiveness and appropriateness of the current exercise
routine
To determine if the client is following a diet plan
To evaluate the client's motivation levels
To suggest a new personal trainer
6. Why is it important for the charge nurse to prioritize skin care for the client with
damp sheets?
Damp sheets indicate a need for more frequent bathing.
Damp sheets can lead to skin breakdown and increase the risk of pressure
ulcers.
Damp sheets suggest the patient is receiving adequate hydration.
Damp sheets are a sign of dehydration in the patient.
,7. On admission to the ER, a patient who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder 3 yrs
ago reports that this morning she took a handful of meds and left a suicide note for
her family. Which info is important for the RN to obtain?
What drug the patient used in the suicide attempt
Which fam member has the note
Whether pt attempted suicide in pass
When the pt last took drugs for bipolar disorder
8. A nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a client who is recovering from an
acute episode of Guillain-Barre syndrome. In preparing the client and family for the
client-s discharge, which of these aspects should the nurse emphasize?
adaptation to cognitive deficits preparation for
prolonged aphasia dietary modifications to
ensure weight loss necessary continuation of
physical therapy
9. Why is it important for the nurse to help identify community support during
discharge teaching for a client recovering from Guillain-Barre syndrome?
Community support is not necessary for physical rehabilitation.
Community support is irrelevant to the recovery process.
Community support only focuses on financial assistance.
Community support can provide emotional and practical assistance during
recovery.
10. Why is it important for the nurse to explain that the yellowish fluid is a normal
secretion during pregnancy?
, It suggests that the client should change her diet.
It means that the client is at risk for infection.
It helps to reassure the client and reduces anxiety about her symptoms.
Practice Questions & Detailed Answers | Graded A+
1. Which statement by the nurse supports self-care behavior to help prevent benign
prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
"Avoid or limit alcohol and caffeine intake."
"Use antioxidant and anti-inflammatory supplements daily."
"Begin having routine prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels tested at age 40."
"Maintain a healthy lifestyle that includes exercise and maintenance of a
healthy weight."
2. A 32-week gestation neonate, 2 hours old, has received exogenous surfactant
(Survanta). Which of the following should the nurse monitor to evaluate the
newborn's condition following administration of this medication?
Axillary temp
Apical HR
O2 sat
3. Why is it important for the UAP to measure vital signs during a blood transfusion?
To assess the effectiveness of the transfusion
To detect any potential transfusion reactions early
To ensure the client is comfortable during the procedure
To prepare the client for discharge after the transfusion
,4. A nurse is caring for a newborn who is preterm and has respiratory distress
syndrome. Which of the following assessments is the priority when evaluating
the newborn's condition following the administration of synthetic surfactant?
body temperature
serum bilirubin
oxygen saturation
heart rate
5. Why is it important for the nurse to ask the client for a description of their exercise
schedule?
To assess the effectiveness and appropriateness of the current exercise
routine
To determine if the client is following a diet plan
To evaluate the client's motivation levels
To suggest a new personal trainer
6. Why is it important for the charge nurse to prioritize skin care for the client with
damp sheets?
Damp sheets indicate a need for more frequent bathing.
Damp sheets can lead to skin breakdown and increase the risk of pressure
ulcers.
Damp sheets suggest the patient is receiving adequate hydration.
Damp sheets are a sign of dehydration in the patient.
,7. On admission to the ER, a patient who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder 3 yrs
ago reports that this morning she took a handful of meds and left a suicide note for
her family. Which info is important for the RN to obtain?
What drug the patient used in the suicide attempt
Which fam member has the note
Whether pt attempted suicide in pass
When the pt last took drugs for bipolar disorder
8. A nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a client who is recovering from an
acute episode of Guillain-Barre syndrome. In preparing the client and family for the
client-s discharge, which of these aspects should the nurse emphasize?
adaptation to cognitive deficits preparation for
prolonged aphasia dietary modifications to
ensure weight loss necessary continuation of
physical therapy
9. Why is it important for the nurse to help identify community support during
discharge teaching for a client recovering from Guillain-Barre syndrome?
Community support is not necessary for physical rehabilitation.
Community support is irrelevant to the recovery process.
Community support only focuses on financial assistance.
Community support can provide emotional and practical assistance during
recovery.
10. Why is it important for the nurse to explain that the yellowish fluid is a normal
secretion during pregnancy?
, It suggests that the client should change her diet.
It means that the client is at risk for infection.
It helps to reassure the client and reduces anxiety about her symptoms.
