Hesi cardio Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Which findings support the nurse's initial observation that Keith has an alteration of cardiac function? - ANSWER Weak peripheral pulses Infants with congenital defects often have heart failure. Peripheral pulses are weak due to inability of the heart to pump adequately. The nurse determines that Keith has an alteration of pulmonary function based on exercise intolerance (fatigue during feeding) and which of the following signs? - ANSWER Intercostal retractions Retractions are observe...

HESI Cardio Rationales A client is discharged with a prescription for sustained-release nitroglycerin. What should the nurse teach the client about sustained-release nitroglycerin? Correct1 Swallow the capsule whole 2 Take milk with the medication Incorrect3 Hold the tablet under the tongue 4 Note a stinging feeling when the drug is under the tongue The sustained-release capsule should be swallowed whole on an empty stomach. The capsule should not be chewed or crushed because the "b...

Exit HESI Version 2 Study guide. Grave's disease signs and symptoms -Enlarged thyroid -Acceleration of body process: weight loss, increased appetite, diarrhea, heat intolerance, tachycardia, palpitations, increased BP, diaphoresis, nervousness, insomnia -Exopthalamos -Increased T3 and T4 levels -Low TSH levels Grave's disease test -Radioactive Iodine Uptake to detect how the thyroid is working -Ultrasound -Bloodwork -Imaging tests Grave's disease treatment -Goal: inhibit produc...

Advanced Patho HESI Questions and Answers Rated A+ The nurse hears short, high-pitched sounds just before the end of inspiration in the right and left lower lobes when auscultating a client's lungs. How should this finding be recorded? Fine crackles are short, high pitched sounds heard just before the end of inspiration that are the result of rapid equalization of pressure when collapsed alveoli or terminal bronchioles suddenly snap open. The nurse is assessing an older client and determines ...

HESI RN 2024 EXIT EXAM ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SOLVED 100% CORRECT;(VIEW AHEAD EXAM) When preparing to administer a prescribed medication to a homeless client at a community psychiatric clinic. The client tells the nurse that the usual dosage taken is different from the dose the nurse is giving. Which action should the nurse take? A) Inform the client that he may refuse the medication and document whether or not the client takes it. B) Withhold the medication until the dosage can...

HESI RN EXIT EXAM 2024 NGN |LATEST QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS When preparing to administer a prescribed medication to a homeless client at a community psychiatric clinic. The client tells the nurse that the usual dosage taken is different from the dose the nurse is giving. Which action should the nurse take? A) Inform the client that he may refuse the medication and document whether or not the client takes it. B) Withhold the medication until the dosage can be confirmed. C) Explain to the...

HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND DETAILED ANSWERS | LATEST UPDATE | ALREADY PASSED What to check for in a general review - ANSWER- -Fever -chills -night sweats -fatigue -unexplained weight loss -weight gain Skin review - ANSWER- -pruritus -rash -hair loss -worrisome lesion -pigment change -moles -sweating -dry skin -nail change HEENT review - ANSWER- headache, dizziness, earache, hearing loss, tinnitus, vision change, eye pain/sensitivity, excessive tearing, ...

2024 HESI Cardio Rationales Questions and Answers (Verified Answers)

HESI GERIATRICS VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2022-2023 HESI GERIATRICS 2022-2023 A frail, elderly client is admitted to the unit with a diagnosis of pneumonia. Which finding is most important for the registered nurse (RN) to report to the healthcare provider? A. Fever and chills B. Confusion and dehydration C. Crackles in the lung fields D. Nausea and vomiting - B. Confusion and dehydration Rationale: Confusion and dehydration (B) are findings of ina...