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HESI LPN Fundamentals Practice Exam - Answered with Rationales Which food should the practical nurse (PN) recommend for a client to increase the dietary intake of potassium? A. Corn. B. Baked potato. C. Popcorn. D. Grape juice. A baked potato, including its skin, contains the highest amount of potassium. (A, C, and D) are low in potassium. A male Native American client with tuberculosis is visiting a health care clinic for follow-up treatment. During the interview, the practical nurse (PN) noti...

HESI LPN Entrance Exam - Questions and Answers A client's daughter phones the charge nurse to report that the night nurse did not provide good care for her mother. What response should the nurse make? A. Ask for a description of what happened during the night A client who had a lobectomy two days ago has 2 chest tubes, each attached to a water-sealed drainage system, Pleur-Evac. The nurse observes that in the last 8 hours the serosanguineous fluid has diminished to output in the drainage chamb...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #12 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question Among the following signs and symptoms, which would most likely be present in a client with mitral regurgitation? o A. Altered level of consciousness o B. Exertional Dyspnea o C. Increase creatine phosphokinase concentration o D. Chest pain Incorrect Correct Answer: B. Exertional Dyspnea Mitral regurgitation (MR) is defined as an abnormal reversal of blood flow from the left ventricle (LV) to the left atrium (LA). Weight gain due...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #11 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question A patient is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of primary hyperparathyroidism. A nurse checking the patient’s lab results would expect which of the following changes in laboratory findings? o A. Elevated serum calcium o B. Low serum parathyroid hormone (PTH) o C. Elevated serum vitamin D o D. Low urine calcium Incorrect Correct Answer: A. Elevated serum calcium The parathyroid glands regulate the calcium level in the bl...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #10 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question The nurse should visit which of the following clients first? o A. The client with diabetes with a blood glucose of 95mg/dL o B. The client with hypertension being maintained on Lisinopril o C. The client with chest pain and a history of angina o D. The client with Raynaud’s disease Incorrect Correct Answer: C. The client with chest pain and a history of angina The client with chest pain should be seen first because this could i...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #9 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question Which roommate would be most suitable for the 6-year-old male with a fractured femur in Russell’s traction? o A. 16-year-old female with scoliosis o B. 12-year-old male with a fractured femur o C. 10-year-old male with sarcoma o D. 6-year-old male with osteomyelitis Incorrect Correct Answer: B. 12-year-old male with a fractured femur The 6-year-old should have a roommate as close to the same age as possible, so the 12-year-old i...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #8 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question A 21-year-old male with Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a senior at the local university. He is engaged to be married and is to begin a new job upon graduation. Which of the following diagnoses would be a priority for this client? o A. Sexual dysfunction related to radiation therapy o B. Anticipatory grieving related to terminal illness o C. Tissue integrity related to prolonged bed rest o D. Fatigue related to chemotherapy Incorrect Corr...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #7 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question After cardiac surgery, a client’s blood pressure measures 126/80 mm Hg. Nurse Katrina determines that mean arterial pressure (MAP) is which of the following? o A. 46 mm Hg o B. 80 mm Hg o C. 95 mm Hg o D. 90 mm Hg Incorrect Correct Answer: C. 95 mm Hg Use the following formula to calculate MAP MAP = systolic + 2 (diastolic) MAP = 126 mm Hg + 2 (80 mm Hg) MAP = 286 mm Hg MAP = 95 mm Hg • Option A: 46 mmHg is incorrect according...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #6 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question After cardiac surgery, a client’s blood pressure measures 126/80 mm Hg. Nurse Katrina determines that mean arterial pressure (MAP) is which of the following? o A. 46 mm Hg o B. 80 mm Hg o C. 95 mm Hg o D. 90 mm Hg Incorrect Correct Answer: C. 95 mm Hg Use the following formula to calculate MAP MAP = systolic + 2 (diastolic) MAP = 126 mm Hg + 2 (80 mm Hg) MAP = 286 mm Hg MAP = 95 mm Hg • Option A: 46 mmHg is incorrect according...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #5 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question Mr. Rodriguez is admitted with severe pain in the knees. Which form of arthritis is characterized by urate deposits and joint pain, usually in the feet and legs, and occurs primarily in men over age 30? o A. Septic arthritis o B. Traumatic arthritis o C. Intermittent arthritis o D. Gouty arthritis Incorrect Correct Answer: D. Gouty arthritis Gouty arthritis, a metabolic disease, is characterized by urate deposits and pain in the j...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #4 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question Which action(s) should you delegate to the experienced nursing assistant when caring for a patient with a thrombotic stroke with residual left-sided weakness? Select all that apply. o A. Assist the patient to reposition every 2 hours. o B. Reapply pneumatic compression boots. o C. Remind the patient to perform active ROM. o D. Check extremities for redness and edema. Incorrect Correct Answer: A, B, & C. The experienced nursing ass...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #3 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question A patient with Parkinson’s disease has a nursing diagnosis of Impaired Physical Mobility related to neuromuscular impairment. You observe a nursing assistant performing all of these actions. For which action must you intervene? o A. The NA assists the patient to ambulate to the bathroom and back to bed. o B. The NA reminds the patient not to look at his feet when he is walking. o C. The NA performs the patient’s complete bath ...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #2 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question While assessing a one-month-old infant, which of the findings warrants further investigation by the nurse? Select all that apply. o A. Abdominal respirations o B. Irregular breathing rate o C. Inspiratory grunt o D. Increased heart rate with crying o E. Nasal flaring o F. Cyanosis o G. Asymmetric chest movement Incorrect Correct Answers: C, E, F, & G • Option C. Grunting occurs when an infant attempts to maintain an adequate fun...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #1 (75 Questions) NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #1 (75 Questions) NCLEXRN-01-001 Question Tag: hypertension Question Category: Physiological Integrity, Reduction of Risk Potential Which individual is at greatest risk for developing hypertension? • A. 45-year-old African-American attorney • B. 60-year-old Asian-American shop owner • C. 40-year-old Caucasian nurse • D. 55-year-old Hispanic teacher Correct Answer: A: 45-year-old African American attorney...

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Geriatrics Final Exam Review - Questions with Verified Answers Following an appointment with the primary care provider, the nurse is performing patient education to an independent living older adult about a newly prescribed medication. Which factor is most likely to interfere with the effectiveness of this process? 1 - The patient wears a hearing aid. 2 - The patient has a history of hypothyroidism. 3 - The nurse provided written handouts. 4 - The nurse is in a hurry. What is an example of a me...

Geriatrics Final Exam - Questions and Answers What is the primary focus of a fall prevention program in a long-term care facility? a. Improving balance b. Improving muscle mass c. Improving circulation d. Increase in the knowledge base about falls An older adult man has been diagnosed as having diminished depth perception. What does the nurse expect him to have difficulty with in his everyday activities? a. Judging the height of steps. b. Reading small print on food labels. c. Reading street si...

Geriatrics Nursing Exam 1 - Questions and Answers Where does long term care take place? Long term care takes place in the home, assisted living nursing facility and hospice. What do older adult friendly communities do? Address basic needs, optimize health and wellness, maximize independence for the frail and disabled, and provide social and civic engagement. What are some interventions for the older adult who wishes to remain in their home? Adequate transportation, home modification, barrier fr...

Geriatrics NCLEX Questions - Answered with Complete Solutions Alcoholism is often overlooked in the elderly. Cues to alcoholism include: (Select all that apply.) A. delirium. B. self-neglect. C. frequent falls. D. mental confusion. __________ is the intentional infliction of physical or emotional discomfort or the deprivation of basic needs necessary for comfort or survival. Abuse An elderly patient who experiences nighttime confusion wanders from his room into the room of another patient. Whic...