HESI Exit V5 Exam Questions Complete
Latest 2025/2026 with Correct Answers
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An adult woman who has a history of inferior myocardial infarction, esophageal reflux,
and type 1 diabetes mellitus is admitted to the telemetry unit for sudden onset of
dizziness with palpitations and a burning sensation in her chest. Which intervention
should the nurse implement first?
a. Evaluate telemetry cardiac rhythm
b. Administer an oral antacid
c. Assess blood glucose level
d. Review clients last meal choices
<Ans> a. Evaluate telemetry cardiac rhythm
Qiz When conducting diet teaching for a client who was diagnosed with a myocardial
infarction, which snack foods should the nurse encourage the client to eat? Select all
that apply.
a. Chicken bouillon soup and toast
b. Fresh vegetables with mayonnaise dip
,c. Fresh Turkey slices and berries
d. Raw unsalted almonds and apples
e. Soda crackers and peanut butter
<Ans> c. Fresh Turkey slices and berries
d. Raw unsalted almonds and apples
Qiz A male client who is experiencing musculoskeletal pain is discharged with
instructions to take ibuprofen, on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug by mouth BID.
After receiving discharge teaching, the client states he plans to take the medication
twice daily, with breakfast and dinner. How should the nurse respond?
a. Review the need to limit intake of leafy, green vegetables such as spinach
b. Confirm that the client has an effective plan for when to take the medication
c. Explain the need to take the medication before meals to increase absorption
d. Remind the client to increase fluid intake while taking the medication
<Ans> b. Confirm that the client has an effective plan for when to take the medication
Qiz A client at 28 weeks' gestation is admitted to the obstetrical unit following her
involvement in a motor vehicle collision. After stabilizing the client, the nurse obtains a
fetal monitor reading. What action should the nurse take if fetal tachycardia is assessed
on the monitor?
a. Recount the heart rate manually to confirm a monitor malfunction
,b. Contact the health care provider after initiating oxygen per face mask
c. Explain that there is no indication the fetal heart rate is due to trauma
d. Evaluate the presence of preterm labor by performing a vaginal examination
<Ans> b. Contact the health care provider after initiating oxygen per face mask
Qiz Four hours after the nurse administers interferon alpha subcutaneously into a client,
the client develops a headache, muscle aches and a fever of 101.8 degrees Fahrenheit.
What action should the nurse implement?
a. Administer prescribed PRN dose of acetaminophen for these side effects
b. Explain that an antihistamine may be needed in response to this allergic reaction
c. Document these findings as an idiosyncratic response to this medication
d. Observed the site where the medication was injected for signs of local reaction
<Ans> a. Administer prescribed PRN dose of acetaminophen for these side effects
Qiz The nurse is caring for a client with a suspected diagnosis of osteomyelitis. Which
diagnostic test should the nurse prepare the client to expect the health care provider to
prescribe?
a. Radiographs
b. Radionuclide bone scan
c. C reactive protein tests
d. Erythrocytes sedimentation rate
, <Ans> b. Radionuclide bone scan
Qiz When the nurse attempts to teach self-administration of insulin injections to a client
who is newly diagnosed with type one diabetes mellitus, the client tells the nurse in a
loud voice to leave the room. What action should the nurse take?
a. Leave the clients room and return later in the day
b. Explain that insulin is a life saving drug for the client
c. Encourage client to implement relaxation techniques
d. Refer the client to the social worker for support therapy
<Ans> a. Leave the clients room and return later in the day
Qiz What is the primary goal when planning nursing care for a client with degenerative
joint disease?
a. Improve stress management skills
b. Achieve satisfactory pain control
c. Obtain adequate rest and sleep
d. Reduce risk for infection
<Ans> b. Achieve satisfactory pain control
Latest 2025/2026 with Correct Answers
and Rationales GRADED A+
An adult woman who has a history of inferior myocardial infarction, esophageal reflux,
and type 1 diabetes mellitus is admitted to the telemetry unit for sudden onset of
dizziness with palpitations and a burning sensation in her chest. Which intervention
should the nurse implement first?
a. Evaluate telemetry cardiac rhythm
b. Administer an oral antacid
c. Assess blood glucose level
d. Review clients last meal choices
<Ans> a. Evaluate telemetry cardiac rhythm
Qiz When conducting diet teaching for a client who was diagnosed with a myocardial
infarction, which snack foods should the nurse encourage the client to eat? Select all
that apply.
a. Chicken bouillon soup and toast
b. Fresh vegetables with mayonnaise dip
,c. Fresh Turkey slices and berries
d. Raw unsalted almonds and apples
e. Soda crackers and peanut butter
<Ans> c. Fresh Turkey slices and berries
d. Raw unsalted almonds and apples
Qiz A male client who is experiencing musculoskeletal pain is discharged with
instructions to take ibuprofen, on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug by mouth BID.
After receiving discharge teaching, the client states he plans to take the medication
twice daily, with breakfast and dinner. How should the nurse respond?
a. Review the need to limit intake of leafy, green vegetables such as spinach
b. Confirm that the client has an effective plan for when to take the medication
c. Explain the need to take the medication before meals to increase absorption
d. Remind the client to increase fluid intake while taking the medication
<Ans> b. Confirm that the client has an effective plan for when to take the medication
Qiz A client at 28 weeks' gestation is admitted to the obstetrical unit following her
involvement in a motor vehicle collision. After stabilizing the client, the nurse obtains a
fetal monitor reading. What action should the nurse take if fetal tachycardia is assessed
on the monitor?
a. Recount the heart rate manually to confirm a monitor malfunction
,b. Contact the health care provider after initiating oxygen per face mask
c. Explain that there is no indication the fetal heart rate is due to trauma
d. Evaluate the presence of preterm labor by performing a vaginal examination
<Ans> b. Contact the health care provider after initiating oxygen per face mask
Qiz Four hours after the nurse administers interferon alpha subcutaneously into a client,
the client develops a headache, muscle aches and a fever of 101.8 degrees Fahrenheit.
What action should the nurse implement?
a. Administer prescribed PRN dose of acetaminophen for these side effects
b. Explain that an antihistamine may be needed in response to this allergic reaction
c. Document these findings as an idiosyncratic response to this medication
d. Observed the site where the medication was injected for signs of local reaction
<Ans> a. Administer prescribed PRN dose of acetaminophen for these side effects
Qiz The nurse is caring for a client with a suspected diagnosis of osteomyelitis. Which
diagnostic test should the nurse prepare the client to expect the health care provider to
prescribe?
a. Radiographs
b. Radionuclide bone scan
c. C reactive protein tests
d. Erythrocytes sedimentation rate
, <Ans> b. Radionuclide bone scan
Qiz When the nurse attempts to teach self-administration of insulin injections to a client
who is newly diagnosed with type one diabetes mellitus, the client tells the nurse in a
loud voice to leave the room. What action should the nurse take?
a. Leave the clients room and return later in the day
b. Explain that insulin is a life saving drug for the client
c. Encourage client to implement relaxation techniques
d. Refer the client to the social worker for support therapy
<Ans> a. Leave the clients room and return later in the day
Qiz What is the primary goal when planning nursing care for a client with degenerative
joint disease?
a. Improve stress management skills
b. Achieve satisfactory pain control
c. Obtain adequate rest and sleep
d. Reduce risk for infection
<Ans> b. Achieve satisfactory pain control
