HESI RN
Pharmacology HESI Quizlet
1. Which of the following herbal therapies would be prescribed for its use as an antispasmodic? Select all that apply.
- A. Aloe
- B. Kava
- C. Ginger
- D. Chamomile
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Chamomile is known for its antispasmodic properties. It helps in relaxing muscles and reducing spasms. Aloe is a laxative, kava has anxiolytic and sedative effects, and ginger is commonly used to relieve nausea.
2. During a sterile procedure at a client's bedside, a healthcare provider contaminates a sterile glove and the sterile field. What is the best action for the nurse to implement?
- A. Report the incident to the supervisor for aseptic technique violation.
- B. Allow the completion of the procedure.
- C. Inquire about the contamination of the glove and sterile field.
- D. Identify the breach in surgical asepsis and provide a new set of sterile supplies.
Correct answer: D
Rationale: In the scenario where a healthcare provider contaminates a sterile glove and the sterile field during a procedure, it is crucial to identify any breach in surgical asepsis. Any potential contamination should be considered compromised, and the nurse must act promptly to maintain sterility by providing a fresh set of sterile supplies for the procedure to continue safely.
3. A nurse checks a client who is on a volume-cycled ventilator. Which finding indicates that the client may need suctioning?
- A. drowsiness
- B. complaint of nausea
- C. pulse rate of 92
- D. restlessness
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Restlessness is often a sign of respiratory distress or secretion build-up, indicating the need for suctioning. While drowsiness (choice A) can be a sign of hypoxia, it is not as immediate an indication for suctioning as restlessness. Complaint of nausea (choice B) and a pulse rate of 92 (choice C) are not directly related to the need for suctioning in a client on a volume-cycled ventilator.
4. What is the most important information for a nurse to obtain when an older female client expresses not deserving to eat due to lack of money?
- A. Client's thoughts about wanting to hurt herself
- B. Medication history for antipsychotic agents
- C. Availability of family members to provide meals
- D. Community resources to provide financial aid
Correct answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Client's thoughts about wanting to hurt herself. When a client expresses not deserving to eat due to lack of money, it raises concerns about her mental and emotional well-being. Assessing for suicidal ideation is crucial in this situation to ensure the client's immediate safety. Options B, C, and D are not the most critical information to obtain in this scenario. While medication history, family support, and community resources are important aspects of care, in this context, the client's mental health and risk of self-harm take precedence.
5. A 7-year-old child with leukemia is receiving chemotherapy. The mother asks the practical nurse (PN) how to manage the child's nausea at home. What advice should the PN provide?
- A. Provide small, frequent meals.
- B. Encourage the child to eat spicy foods.
- C. Offer large meals less frequently.
- D. Allow the child to eat whatever they want.
Correct answer: A
Rationale: During chemotherapy, children may experience nausea. Providing small, frequent meals can help manage nausea as they are easier to tolerate, reducing the likelihood of vomiting. It is important to offer bland, non-spicy foods to avoid exacerbating nausea. Encouraging large meals less frequently or allowing the child to eat whatever they want may overwhelm the digestive system and worsen nausea. Therefore, the correct advice is to provide small, frequent meals to help the child manage nausea effectively.