Maternity HESI Exam Newest 2026 Questions
and Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
What should the nurse do if the infant appears 'dusky'? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Assess O2 saturation
What happens to basal body temperature when ovulating - CORRECT
ANSWER-the temperature drops slightly 24-36 before ovulation and rises 24- 72
hours after ovulation. Therefore if a woman is trying to conceive she should try to
have intercourse between the time the temperature falls and rises
The most likely presenting symptom of a pediatric patient with AIDS is: -
CORRECT ANSWER-a persistent cold
What should the nurse do for a pt receiving epidural anesthesia who becomes
pale and clammy? - CORRECT ANSWER-Raise the foot of the bed to increase
venous return
What is normal bilirubin level for a new born? - CORRECT ANSWER-6-12 mg
after 24 hours of life.
,What should the nurse do if bilirubin levels are starting to rise in the new born? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Suggest that the mother breast feed frequently to
stimulate GI motility and which will assist the bowel in removing bilirubin
Mothers who smoke cigarettes during pregnancy are at risk of having -
CORRECT ANSWER-small birth weight children
terbutaline sulfate (brethine) - CORRECT ANSWER-Terbutaline is in a class of
drugs called beta-sympathomimetics. They help prevent and slow contractions of
the uterus. It may help delay birth for several hours or days
What are some side effects that the nurse should look for when giving Brethine -
CORRECT ANSWER-Because it stimulates beta adrenergic receptors it
produces side effects such as increased HR, headache, increased cardiac output,
and restlessness
The most common reason for nipple soreness during breast feeding is -
CORRECT ANSWER-incorrect positioning
When should the anterior fontanel close? - CORRECT ANSWER-12-18 months
, When is the best time to suggest a patient attend birthing classes? - CORRECT
ANSWER-At 30 weeks gestation
When should the pt be encouraged to start pushing? - CORRECT ANSWER-
When the cervix is fully dilated
How many cm is full dilation of the cervix? - CORRECT ANSWER-10 cm
Ovulation usually occurs how many weeks before menstruation? - CORRECT
ANSWER-2 weeks, or in other words around day 14 of the cycle
Tingling of the fingers and dizziness after a pt uses accelerated blow breathing
(rapid breathing in and out of the mouth) indicated what? - CORRECT
ANSWER-hyperventilation (breathing out too much CO2) and pt should breath in
to cupped hands to health alleviate this issue
What is meconium? - CORRECT ANSWER-It is a dark green material in the
amniotic fluid that can indicate distress or disease in the newborn; the meconium
can be aspirated into the infant's lungs during delivery; aka infant's first bowel
movement.
and Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
What should the nurse do if the infant appears 'dusky'? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Assess O2 saturation
What happens to basal body temperature when ovulating - CORRECT
ANSWER-the temperature drops slightly 24-36 before ovulation and rises 24- 72
hours after ovulation. Therefore if a woman is trying to conceive she should try to
have intercourse between the time the temperature falls and rises
The most likely presenting symptom of a pediatric patient with AIDS is: -
CORRECT ANSWER-a persistent cold
What should the nurse do for a pt receiving epidural anesthesia who becomes
pale and clammy? - CORRECT ANSWER-Raise the foot of the bed to increase
venous return
What is normal bilirubin level for a new born? - CORRECT ANSWER-6-12 mg
after 24 hours of life.
,What should the nurse do if bilirubin levels are starting to rise in the new born? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Suggest that the mother breast feed frequently to
stimulate GI motility and which will assist the bowel in removing bilirubin
Mothers who smoke cigarettes during pregnancy are at risk of having -
CORRECT ANSWER-small birth weight children
terbutaline sulfate (brethine) - CORRECT ANSWER-Terbutaline is in a class of
drugs called beta-sympathomimetics. They help prevent and slow contractions of
the uterus. It may help delay birth for several hours or days
What are some side effects that the nurse should look for when giving Brethine -
CORRECT ANSWER-Because it stimulates beta adrenergic receptors it
produces side effects such as increased HR, headache, increased cardiac output,
and restlessness
The most common reason for nipple soreness during breast feeding is -
CORRECT ANSWER-incorrect positioning
When should the anterior fontanel close? - CORRECT ANSWER-12-18 months
, When is the best time to suggest a patient attend birthing classes? - CORRECT
ANSWER-At 30 weeks gestation
When should the pt be encouraged to start pushing? - CORRECT ANSWER-
When the cervix is fully dilated
How many cm is full dilation of the cervix? - CORRECT ANSWER-10 cm
Ovulation usually occurs how many weeks before menstruation? - CORRECT
ANSWER-2 weeks, or in other words around day 14 of the cycle
Tingling of the fingers and dizziness after a pt uses accelerated blow breathing
(rapid breathing in and out of the mouth) indicated what? - CORRECT
ANSWER-hyperventilation (breathing out too much CO2) and pt should breath in
to cupped hands to health alleviate this issue
What is meconium? - CORRECT ANSWER-It is a dark green material in the
amniotic fluid that can indicate distress or disease in the newborn; the meconium
can be aspirated into the infant's lungs during delivery; aka infant's first bowel
movement.
