HESI Mid Curricular & Exit Exam Study Guide 2025
Packed Red Blood Cells (PRBC) - correct answer Transfusion component for treating anemia.
Hematocrit - correct answer Percentage of blood volume occupied by red cells.
Reference Range - correct answer Normal values for hematocrit: 42%-52%.
Motor Vehicle Collision - correct answer Accident involving a vehicle on the road.
Psychiatric Unit - correct answer Specialized care area for mental health patients.
Disturbed Personal Identity - correct answer Confusion about self-image or role.
Risk for Violence - correct answer Potential for aggressive behavior towards others.
Isoniazid - correct answer Antitubular drug for treating tuberculosis.
Cough and Sputum - correct answer Indicators of respiratory infection improvement.
Acrocyanosis - correct answer Bluish discoloration of extremities in newborns.
Respiratory Rate - correct answer Number of breaths per minute.
Hyperventilating - correct answer Rapid breathing exceeding normal rate.
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) - correct answer Chronic condition affecting
immune system.
Gas Exchange - correct answer Process of oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange.
Diminished Lung Sounds - correct answer Reduced breath sounds indicating possible lung
issues.
Cheyne-Stokes Respirations - correct answer Irregular breathing pattern often seen before
death.
Advance Directive - correct answer Legal document outlining treatment preferences.
Blood Pressure - correct answer Measurement of force exerted by blood.
Terminal Illness - correct answer Disease with no cure, leading to death.
Intervention - correct answer Action taken to improve a patient's condition.
Generalized Weakness - correct answer Lack of strength throughout the body.
Elevated Temperature - correct answer Fever indicating possible infection.
Privacy for Family - correct answer Allowing space for emotional expression during grief.
,Oral suction device - correct answer Tool for clearing airway obstructions.
Semi-Fowler's position - correct answer Client reclined at 30-45 degrees.
Ascites - correct answer Fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity.
Status asthmaticus - correct answer Severe asthma exacerbation requiring immediate
intervention.
Dyspneic - correct answer Experiencing difficulty in breathing.
Anxiolytic - correct answer Medication used to reduce anxiety.
Chest physiotherapy - correct answer Technique to improve lung function in CF.
Cystic fibrosis - correct answer Genetic disorder affecting respiratory and digestive systems.
Oxygen therapy - correct answer Supplemental oxygen to improve oxygen saturation.
Bruising in older adults - correct answer May indicate underlying health issues or medication
effects.
Physical assessment protocol - correct answer Guidelines for conducting a thorough patient
evaluation.
Padded dressings - correct answer Protective coverings for sensitive or injured areas.
Fowler's position - correct answer Client seated at 45-60 degrees for comfort.
PRN medication - correct answer Administered as needed, not on a schedule.
Nasal cannula - correct answer Device delivering oxygen through the nostrils.
Vital signs monitoring - correct answer Regular checks of heart rate, blood pressure, etc.
Fluid intake encouragement - correct answer Promoting hydration to support respiratory
function.
Parent involvement - correct answer Engaging caregivers in child's health assessments.
Restraint use - correct answer Securing patients for safety during transport.
Urinary drainage bag - correct answer Collects urine from patients with catheters.
Supportive pillows - correct answer Used to provide comfort and stability.
Exercise in CF - correct answer Encouraged to maintain lung function and health.
Client privacy - correct answer Respecting personal space during healthcare interactions.
Decreased urine output - correct answer Significant indicator of kidney transplant
complications.
, Cardiac telemetry monitor - correct answer Device to continuously monitor heart activity.
Black, tarry bowel movement - correct answer Indicates possible gastrointestinal bleeding.
Subcutaneous insulin injections - correct answer Method for administering insulin under the
skin.
Normal bowel sounds - correct answer Irregular clicks and gurgles indicate healthy digestion.
Auscultation - correct answer Listening to internal body sounds using a stethoscope.
Bruits - correct answer Abnormal sounds indicating turbulent blood flow.
Gabapentin - correct answer Medication for nerve pain management.
Rapid weight gain - correct answer Symptom requiring medical attention while on gabapentin.
Medication error report - correct answer Documenting an error in medication administration.
Akathisia - correct answer Restlessness and inability to stay still.
Parkinsonism - correct answer Movement disorder caused by antipsychotic medication.
Tardive dyskinesia - correct answer Involuntary movements from long-term antipsychotic use.
Flank pain - correct answer Pain in the side, often related to kidney issues.
Postherpetic neuralgia - correct answer Chronic pain following shingles infection.
Furosemide - correct answer Diuretic used to reduce fluid retention.
Potassium 10 mEq - correct answer Supplement to maintain normal potassium levels.
Oral digoxin - correct answer Medication for heart conditions, requires monitoring.
Neurological assessment - correct answer Evaluation of cognitive and motor functions.
Diaphoretic - correct answer Excessive sweating, indicating possible distress.
Pale mucous membranes - correct answer Sign of possible dehydration or anemia.
Peripheral pulses - correct answer Blood flow assessment in extremities.
Dystonia - correct answer Abnormal muscle tone causing twisting movements.
Emergency nurse response - correct answer Direct journalist to communication department.
Urinary catheter removal - correct answer Key to assess when client voided after removal.
Heart sounds assessment - correct answer S1 and S2 heard at second intercostal space.
Stethoscope diaphragm position - correct answer Move to left of sternum for better
auscultation.
Packed Red Blood Cells (PRBC) - correct answer Transfusion component for treating anemia.
Hematocrit - correct answer Percentage of blood volume occupied by red cells.
Reference Range - correct answer Normal values for hematocrit: 42%-52%.
Motor Vehicle Collision - correct answer Accident involving a vehicle on the road.
Psychiatric Unit - correct answer Specialized care area for mental health patients.
Disturbed Personal Identity - correct answer Confusion about self-image or role.
Risk for Violence - correct answer Potential for aggressive behavior towards others.
Isoniazid - correct answer Antitubular drug for treating tuberculosis.
Cough and Sputum - correct answer Indicators of respiratory infection improvement.
Acrocyanosis - correct answer Bluish discoloration of extremities in newborns.
Respiratory Rate - correct answer Number of breaths per minute.
Hyperventilating - correct answer Rapid breathing exceeding normal rate.
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) - correct answer Chronic condition affecting
immune system.
Gas Exchange - correct answer Process of oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange.
Diminished Lung Sounds - correct answer Reduced breath sounds indicating possible lung
issues.
Cheyne-Stokes Respirations - correct answer Irregular breathing pattern often seen before
death.
Advance Directive - correct answer Legal document outlining treatment preferences.
Blood Pressure - correct answer Measurement of force exerted by blood.
Terminal Illness - correct answer Disease with no cure, leading to death.
Intervention - correct answer Action taken to improve a patient's condition.
Generalized Weakness - correct answer Lack of strength throughout the body.
Elevated Temperature - correct answer Fever indicating possible infection.
Privacy for Family - correct answer Allowing space for emotional expression during grief.
,Oral suction device - correct answer Tool for clearing airway obstructions.
Semi-Fowler's position - correct answer Client reclined at 30-45 degrees.
Ascites - correct answer Fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity.
Status asthmaticus - correct answer Severe asthma exacerbation requiring immediate
intervention.
Dyspneic - correct answer Experiencing difficulty in breathing.
Anxiolytic - correct answer Medication used to reduce anxiety.
Chest physiotherapy - correct answer Technique to improve lung function in CF.
Cystic fibrosis - correct answer Genetic disorder affecting respiratory and digestive systems.
Oxygen therapy - correct answer Supplemental oxygen to improve oxygen saturation.
Bruising in older adults - correct answer May indicate underlying health issues or medication
effects.
Physical assessment protocol - correct answer Guidelines for conducting a thorough patient
evaluation.
Padded dressings - correct answer Protective coverings for sensitive or injured areas.
Fowler's position - correct answer Client seated at 45-60 degrees for comfort.
PRN medication - correct answer Administered as needed, not on a schedule.
Nasal cannula - correct answer Device delivering oxygen through the nostrils.
Vital signs monitoring - correct answer Regular checks of heart rate, blood pressure, etc.
Fluid intake encouragement - correct answer Promoting hydration to support respiratory
function.
Parent involvement - correct answer Engaging caregivers in child's health assessments.
Restraint use - correct answer Securing patients for safety during transport.
Urinary drainage bag - correct answer Collects urine from patients with catheters.
Supportive pillows - correct answer Used to provide comfort and stability.
Exercise in CF - correct answer Encouraged to maintain lung function and health.
Client privacy - correct answer Respecting personal space during healthcare interactions.
Decreased urine output - correct answer Significant indicator of kidney transplant
complications.
, Cardiac telemetry monitor - correct answer Device to continuously monitor heart activity.
Black, tarry bowel movement - correct answer Indicates possible gastrointestinal bleeding.
Subcutaneous insulin injections - correct answer Method for administering insulin under the
skin.
Normal bowel sounds - correct answer Irregular clicks and gurgles indicate healthy digestion.
Auscultation - correct answer Listening to internal body sounds using a stethoscope.
Bruits - correct answer Abnormal sounds indicating turbulent blood flow.
Gabapentin - correct answer Medication for nerve pain management.
Rapid weight gain - correct answer Symptom requiring medical attention while on gabapentin.
Medication error report - correct answer Documenting an error in medication administration.
Akathisia - correct answer Restlessness and inability to stay still.
Parkinsonism - correct answer Movement disorder caused by antipsychotic medication.
Tardive dyskinesia - correct answer Involuntary movements from long-term antipsychotic use.
Flank pain - correct answer Pain in the side, often related to kidney issues.
Postherpetic neuralgia - correct answer Chronic pain following shingles infection.
Furosemide - correct answer Diuretic used to reduce fluid retention.
Potassium 10 mEq - correct answer Supplement to maintain normal potassium levels.
Oral digoxin - correct answer Medication for heart conditions, requires monitoring.
Neurological assessment - correct answer Evaluation of cognitive and motor functions.
Diaphoretic - correct answer Excessive sweating, indicating possible distress.
Pale mucous membranes - correct answer Sign of possible dehydration or anemia.
Peripheral pulses - correct answer Blood flow assessment in extremities.
Dystonia - correct answer Abnormal muscle tone causing twisting movements.
Emergency nurse response - correct answer Direct journalist to communication department.
Urinary catheter removal - correct answer Key to assess when client voided after removal.
Heart sounds assessment - correct answer S1 and S2 heard at second intercostal space.
Stethoscope diaphragm position - correct answer Move to left of sternum for better
auscultation.
