HESI RN
HESI RN CAT Exam Quizlet
1. The nurse is planning a health fair for young adults. Which action is most important for the nurse to implement?
- A. Provide educational materials on smoking cessation
- B. Offer blood pressure screening and monitoring
- C. Provide information on safe sex practices
- D. Discuss the importance of a healthy diet and exercise
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Offering blood pressure screening and monitoring is crucial for young adults as it helps in the early detection and management of hypertension, a condition that often goes unnoticed. High blood pressure can lead to serious health issues if left untreated. While education on smoking cessation, safe sex practices, healthy diet, and exercise are important aspects of overall health promotion, blood pressure screening takes precedence due to its immediate impact on health and the prevention of potential complications.
2. A client is prescribed amlodipine (Norvasc) for hypertension. Which side effect should the nurse instruct the client to report to the healthcare provider?
- A. Dizziness
- B. Constipation
- C. Peripheral edema
- D. Dry cough
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, 'Peripheral edema.' Amlodipine (Norvasc) can cause peripheral edema, which is an accumulation of fluid in the extremities and should be reported to the healthcare provider. Dizziness and constipation are possible side effects of amlodipine but are generally less concerning. Dry cough is more commonly associated with ACE inhibitors, not calcium channel blockers like amlodipine.
3. During the admission assessment, a female client requests that her husband be allowed to stay in the room. When the RN notes a discrepancy between the client’s verbal and nonverbal communication, what action should the RN take?
- A. Pay close attention to and document the nonverbal messages.
- B. Ask the client’s husband to interpret the discrepancy.
- C. Ignore the nonverbal behavior and focus solely on the client’s verbal messages.
- D. Integrate the verbal and nonverbal messages and interpret them together.
Correct answer: A
Rationale: During a client assessment, noting and documenting nonverbal messages is important as it captures the full context of the client’s communication. Nonverbal cues can often reveal underlying emotions or issues that may not be expressed verbally. Asking the client’s husband to interpret the discrepancy (Choice B) may not be appropriate as it could potentially breach the client's privacy and trust. Ignoring nonverbal behavior (Choice C) can result in missing important cues that could impact the care provided. Integrating verbal and nonverbal messages (Choice D) is beneficial, but the initial step should be to pay close attention and document the nonverbal messages to fully understand the client's communication.
4. What is the role of the corpus luteum during the menstrual cycle?
- A. The corpus luteum produces estrogen to maintain the endometrium.
- B. The corpus luteum produces progesterone to maintain the endometrium.
- C. The corpus luteum produces testosterone to inhibit ovulation.
- D. The corpus luteum has no significant role during the menstrual cycle.
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: The corpus luteum produces progesterone to maintain the endometrium during the menstrual cycle. This hormone helps prepare the uterine lining for implantation in case fertilization occurs. Choice A is incorrect because estrogen is mainly produced by the developing follicles in the ovaries. Choice C is incorrect as testosterone is produced in smaller amounts by the ovaries and adrenal glands but does not play a significant role in maintaining the endometrium. Choice D is incorrect as the corpus luteum plays a crucial role in producing progesterone to support the endometrium.
5. Which of the following is incorrect about oral contraceptive pill 'Saheli'?
- A. It is taken by females
- B. It has very few side effects
- C. It is a steroidal preparation
- D. It is 'Once a week' pill
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Saheli' is not a steroidal preparation, it is a non-steroidal oral contraceptive.