HESI Level 2 Practice Test

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• What vital sign change in a child post-anesthesia indicates the need to call for immediate assistance?
• During an initial examination of a client with fever and possible meningitis exposure, which assessment is crucial?
• Which assessment should the nurse perform after a patient receives sedation for a broken bone?
• Which finding indicates a positive sign of pregnancy that should be documented by the nurse?
• What action should the nurse take when using an interpreter during an assessment?
• When a client in the second trimester expresses a desire to use herbal therapy, what should the nurse's response be?
• Which teaching aid should a school nurse use to effectively demonstrate testicular self-examination to adolescent clients?
• What is an important consideration for a nurse when caring for a pregnant client with a history of hypertension?
• What is the primary source of calories derived from carbohydrates?
• If a nurse discovers an IV solution infusing at a rate of 250 mL/hr, while the prescribed rate is 125 mL/hr, what should the nurse do first?
• What is an essential aspect of the nurse-midwife's role in obstetric care for clients desiring home births?
• Before administering terbutaline for preterm labor, which condition should the nurse assess?
• What is a primary reason for administering IV potassium in pediatric patients?
• What is the best response for a nurse to give a child asking if having tonsils removed will hurt?
• Which statement indicates that a client understands postoperative care after a left orchiectomy for testicular cancer?
• Which response indicates that a client experiencing spiritual distress has made progress?
• Which organization provides guidelines for dietary carbohydrate intake for people with diabetes?
• For a client with mild hypertension, what dietary modification should the nurse recommend?
• What dietary change should a client with heart failure make while taking spironolactone?
• Before initiating a PCA pump with morphine, what is the highest priority assessment the nurse should perform?
• What is the key information that should be provided to postmenopausal women regarding mammograms?
• What potential complication is the nurse assessing for in a client receiving morphine for PCA?
• Which additional detail should be assessed in clients reporting chronic cough?
• When teaching a child with diabetes, what is an appropriate task to focus on?
• Why is weighing diapers a preferred method for evaluating fluid volume in infants?
• What is the primary reason for monitoring vital signs during the administration of albumin?
• When planning activities for a socialization group for older residents, which information is most useful for the nurse?
• What is a common side effect of sildenafil (Viagra) that the client should be aware of?
• What additional drug allergy should the nurse assess before administering cefadroxil (Duricef)?
• Which side effect should be discussed regarding tetracycline in a 6-year-old child?
• What is a critical assessment for a nurse to conduct on a client receiving sedative therapy at end-of-life?
• What is Toxoplasmosis commonly associated with?
• Why is cefotaxime administered intravenously instead of oral cephalosporins for a client with meningitis?
• Which assessment finding indicates that a client with oliguria due to sepsis is stabilizing?
• What is the most important dietary guideline for a client with hypertension?
• Which factors should a nurse document as health risks for a young, unmarried pregnant client with a history of drug addiction?
• What condition is commonly associated with endometriosis?
• When is the most effective time to administer growth hormone for idiopathic hypopituitarism?
• A healthcare provider prescribes furosemide (Lasix) 15 mg IV STAT for a client. How many milliliters should the nurse administer?
• What are the initial signs of a transfusion reaction to watch for in a pediatric patient?
• In managing a child with pneumonia, what is a key nursing action?
• What is the first action a nurse should take when assisting a client out of bed for the first time after surgery?
• What test should a nurse consider before administering an ACE inhibitor to assess for contraindications?
• What is an advantage of prescribing pentazocine over a standard opioid agonist?
• What advice should a nurse give to a couple coping with infertility?
• What should a client learn about taking sildenafil (Viagra)?
• What is a key advantage of following an organic diet?
• What approach should a nurse take to motivate a child with a chronic disability who is often crying about being different?
• During pregnancy, which dietary recommendation is essential for supporting fetal development?
• What action should the nurse take on the scheduled day of surgery for a client with type 1 diabetes?
• What should a nurse do when a client on a high-dose Demerol regimen shows signs of confusion and hallucinations?
• What should the nurse advise a client experiencing a gray-white vaginal discharge with no infectious organisms found?
• What is the recommended approach to medication administration in hospice care?
• After a client with type II diabetes consumes orange juice for low blood glucose, what should the nurse do next?
• What action should a nurse take when preparing to measure the fundal height of a pregnant client?
• What is the best instruction for a client who missed two doses of oral contraceptives?
• What temperature pattern indicates ovulation in women according to basal body temperature (BBT) data?
• What is a potential risk associated with the rapid infusion of packed red blood cells?
• What is the priority nursing diagnosis for a client with atrophic vaginitis and perineal candidiasis?
• What is the most therapeutic response for a nurse to give to a patient demanding food while NPO before a test?
• What demonstrates understanding when a parent gives a liquid antibiotic to a 10-month-old?
• What nursing diagnosis is supported by a client with Type 2 diabetes who eats anything without considering their health?
• During a consultation about breast cancer staging, what should the nurse explain regarding the tumor's estrogen receptor?
• What common discomfort should the nurse inform a pregnant client about during the first trimester?
• What should a nurse teach a client diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease about genitourinary complications?
• How should the nurse interpret an Asian client's refusal to make eye contact during conversation?
• What is the best practice for a nurse caring for a hospice patient requiring pain management?
• What is the estimated date of birth for a client whose last menstrual period was July 13?
• What intervention should a nurse implement before administering atenolol to a client with a heart rate of 58 bpm?
• What should a nurse prioritize when planning care for a patient experiencing anxiety due to potential exam failure?
• In the context of respiratory issues related to morphine, which assessment is critical to monitor postoperatively?
• Which side effect indicates a need for monitoring when a client is on dexamethasone?
• Which of the following is true regarding protein intake during pregnancy?
• What additional assessment should the nurse complete for an 85-year-old male client with a radial pulse rate of 104 beats/minute?
• What assessment is considered a priority for a client receiving palliative radiation treatments to the neck?
• Which of the following infections is NOT a transplacental infection?
• What explanation should the nurse provide to a client experiencing urinary frequency during pregnancy?
• Which sign is a potential indication of thrombophlebitis in a client on oral contraceptives?
• What is an appropriate action when a client demonstrates signs of impending death?
• A deficiency of intrinsic factor should alert the nurse to assess for which condition?
• What information should the nurse present to new employees at a low-income clinic?
• Which sign indicates that a pregnant client may need immediate medical attention?
• When is the best time for a nurse to provide education about labor and delivery to a pregnant client?
• Which factor is the most important for successful teaching of the gravid client?
• Which statements should the nurse provide to a male client regarding smoking and fertility?
• What is an essential teaching point for families of hospice clients regarding pain control?
• What is the best reason for a nurse to explain the necessity of complete bedrest to a pregnant client with mitral stenosis?
• When caring for a Cambodian mother and child, what should the nurse do to accommodate their cultural needs?
• What is the best response a nurse can provide to a 20-year-old female client who calls about a lump in her breast?
• A nurse is assessing a male client regarding fertility concerns. Which statement about past behaviors is most relevant?
• What percentage of daily intake should carbohydrates constitute for someone with diabetes on a 2000 calorie diet?
• What key information should the nurse provide about growth hormones for a child?
• Based on a client's last menstrual period starting on February 15, what would be her expected date of delivery?
• Which assessment findings should be documented for a client with diminished peripheral circulation?
• Which complaint from a postmenopausal client should the nurse refer to the healthcare provider?
• Which equipment should the nurse instruct a client with chronic hypertension to use at home?
• What client history contraindicates the use of an ACE inhibitor?
• To effectively educate a client with peripheral vascular disease, what is a key element of a written learning objective?
• When monitoring a client after administering a fentanyl transdermal patch, which assessment is most important for the nurse to obtain?
• Why has a healthcare provider likely prescribed iron tablets to a woman attending antepartum classes?
• Which symptom is characteristic of a client experiencing spiritual distress?
• Which symptom is NOT consistent with diminished peripheral circulation?
• What laboratory values are expected for an 80-year-old male client?
• What action should a nurse take to reduce the risk of cold stress in a low-birth-weight newborn with a body temperature of 97.7°F (36.5°C)?
• What intravenous solution should the nurse administer to a client diagnosed with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state who is severely dehydrated?
• When does ovulation typically occur in relation to menstruation?
• Which laboratory result should a nurse assess as a normal value for a two-hour postprandial glucose tolerance test?
• Why are oral contraceptives recommended for a year following a suction curettage for hydatidiform mole?
• In assessing a client with bronchitis, which symptom should the nurse expect to find?
• What important information should the nurse assess for when a client is prescribed a medication to treat a chronic cough?
• What action should the nurse take when a client requests a translator?
• When is the best time to draw blood samples for peak and trough levels of gentamicin sulfate after administration?
• Which device should a nurse use to deliver IV fluids at a continuous rate of 175 mL/hour?
• How should a nurse address a language barrier for a child in kindergarten?
• What is the priority outcome statement for a client with diabetes mellitus experiencing polyphagia?
• What is the correct nursing intervention for parents who have experienced a fetal demise and don't want to see their baby?
• When taking the history of a newly diagnosed Type 2 diabetic, which piece of subjective information is most crucial for the nurse to document?
• What factor is the most important affecting the pregnancy outcome for a client with pre-gestational diabetes?
• What intervention can best help a 3-year-old child adjust to hospitalization after an injury?
• What alternative dietary sources of calcium should the nurse suggest to a client who dislikes milk?
• Which social factor has been linked to an increase in teenage pregnancies?
• Why is monitoring carbohydrate intake crucial for individuals with diabetes?
• Which statement correctly identifies a written learning objective for a client with peripheral vascular disease?
• What is the total daily intake of carbohydrates in grams for a 2000 calorie diet?
• Which condition is associated with high blood sugar levels?
• To evaluate mild fluid volume deficit in a toddler, which intervention should the nurse implement?
• A grandmother describes her grandson's pain as "miseries." What should the nurse focus on in assessment?
• What is the primary concern of transplacental infections during pregnancy?
• What is the primary concern for a client with acute appendicitis experiencing anxiety and loss of sleep?
• Which statement best supports a nurse's recommendation to a healthcare provider using the SBAR format?
• When advising a mother about returning to work or staying at home with her infant, what should the nurse do?
• What coping behavior should the nurse explore further with parents of a child diagnosed with a terminal illness?
• Which statement by a client indicates a misunderstanding of insulin needs during pregnancy?
• Which response by a school-aged child indicates understanding of self-care post-sedation for a broken tibia?
• What is the best approach when teaching about antibiotic administration for children?
• What should a client be instructed regarding the application of a scopolamine patch for motion sickness?
• According to Nägele's rule, what is the estimated date of confinement for a client whose last menstrual period started on December 1?
• What crucial information should the nurse provide during a preconception counseling session?
• Which vitamin deficiency is associated with pernicious anemia?
• When advising a client who missed a dose of oral contraceptives, what is the nurse's priority consideration?
• What should a nurse do if a child shows signs of a reaction during a blood transfusion?
• Which intervention is most critical for the nurse to implement for a client after a snow-skiing accident?
• Which assessment finding would indicate primary side effects of terbutaline sulfate?
• If a male client reports a painless solid testicular mass, what is the nurse's best advice?
• In what circumstance should a nurse advise a pregnant client against breastfeeding while taking certain medications?
• When caring for a client with dehydration, what is a vital sign that indicates improving status?
• What instruction is crucial for a patient taking doxycycline for acne vulgaris?
• Which infection is known for being transmitted from the mother to the fetus through the placenta?
• Before initiating IV fluids containing potassium for a 5-month-old, what should the nurse check?
• If a client has been premedicated for surgery with an opioid analgesic and the operative permit has not been signed, what action should the nurse take?
• If a child's theophylline level is 25 mcg/dL, what action should the nurse take?
• What is the primary nursing problem for a client with asymptomatic primary syphilis?
• What does the nurse’s role in witnessing a client's signature on an informed consent form primarily indicate?
• What is the most effective way to prevent pooling of blood in the lower extremities for a pregnant secretary?
• For a patient on a 2000 calorie diet, how many grams of carbohydrates should they consume according to the American Diabetes Association?
• A client is to receive an IV of Sodium Chloride 0.9% injection (Normal Saline) 250 mL with KCl 10 mEq IV over 4 hours. What rate should the nurse program the client's IV infusion pump?
• The American Diabetes Association recommends a daily intake of what proportion of calories from carbohydrates?
• What is the best technique for assessing pain in a client with advanced Alzheimer's disease?
• Which client is at the highest risk for community-acquired pneumonia?
• What approach should a nurse take when educating a family about coping with the loss of a pregnancy?
• What is one of the early functions of the placenta during pregnancy?
• Which intervention is essential before transfusing blood to prevent a hemolytic reaction?
• How should the nurse respond to a client asking about alcohol consumption during the second trimester?
• What task should a nurse teach a 5-year-old child with type 1 diabetes mellitus?
• Which sexually transmitted infection should a nurse highlight in discussions about cervical cancer risks?
• Which laboratory test would help evaluate adherence to a diabetes treatment plan for a client with type 1 diabetes?
• What action should a nurse take for a diabetic client with a blood glucose of 300 mg/dl?
• What value does a protein supplement provide for a client recovering after surgery?
• What statement by a client indicates understanding of protein's role in pregnancy?
• For a client with severe abdominal pain and history of infertility, which assessment is most pertinent?
• What is the most important factor for the nurse to track in a patient receiving increased dosages of narcotics?
• When considering hormonal changes, what key aspect should be discussed with a postmenopausal client?
• Which persistent side effect of opioids should a nurse prepare a client with cancer for during long-term use?
• What should the nurse examine to cope with feelings of frustration from family members participating in client care?
• Which of the following is a common side effect of terbutaline?
• What role does glucose play in the body?
• What is an important recommendation regarding food behavior for a client who is obese?
• Which method is appropriate for ensuring compliance when mobilizing a post-surgery patient?
• What is the appropriate carbohydrate intake for a diabetic patient on a 2000 calorie diet if 50% of calories are from carbs?
• What is the best action for a hospice nurse if a client in severe pain requests an increase in morphine dosage with a respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute?
• What type of medication should be administered first to a client in status asthmaticus?
• What is the most significant reason for starting intravenous infusions in the upper extremities of adults?
• How many calories do carbohydrates need to reach from a total of 2000 calories to equal 50% of daily intake?
• What is a key sign that may indicate an adverse reaction in a patient receiving growth hormone?
• What nursing diagnosis should a nurse include for a preschool-aged child experiencing distress in an English-speaking school?
• What is the most important action to implement for analgesic titration in a client in pain?
• What side effect should a nurse monitor for a client receiving dexamethasone post-neurosurgery?
• What signs and symptoms should the nurse describe when teaching about hypoglycemia?
• In what order should the nurse administer the first dose of potassium chloride IV to ensure patient safety?
• A client experiencing anaphylaxis from an insect sting should be administered what medication?
• What is an important factor to educate a client undergoing chemotherapy about?
• What symptom is most likely to be observed in an elderly client diagnosed with bacterial pneumonia?
• What should the nurse ensure when witnessing a client's signature on a consent form?
• In caring for a 12-month-old with a respiratory infection, which nursing intervention is the highest priority?
• What method should the nurse use to safely remove the adhesive dressing from a premature infant?
• In the context of palliative care, which intervention should the nurse withhold?
• Which signs and symptoms are associated with arterial insufficiency?
• What best describes the therapeutic use of growth hormones in children?
• During the preoperative assessment of a client scheduled for surgery, which question is most important to ask?
• Which group of children is most likely to feel responsible for their parents' divorce?
• Which assessment finding indicates that a therapeutic drug level has been achieved with magnesium sulfate for a client with PIH?
• Which technique is recommended to engage a 3-year-old child in taking liquid iron medication?
• What factor should the nurse consider when providing care to recently immigrated clients?
• What is a common recommendation for pregnant clients regarding nutrition?
• What is the priority action for a nurse after a lumbar puncture in a patient with suspected bacterial meningitis?
• Why should chemotherapy be started early for cancer treatment?
• What factor puts a client at greatest risk for developing lymphedema after a radical mastectomy?
• If a client at 25 weeks' gestation reports her baby jumped in response to a loud noise, what should the nurse explain?
• What action should the nurse take before assisting a male client with an indwelling catheter to the chair?
• Who is most likely to influence the perceptions of mothers about healthcare for their preschoolers in a Somali immigrant community?
• What explanation should the nurse give to a postmenopausal client experiencing discomfort during intercourse?
• What type of pain would further confirm suspicion of thrombophlebitis?
• What dietary recommendation should be followed by a client diagnosed with high blood pressure?
• When demonstrating cultural competence, which action should the nurse prioritize?
• In a client with a history of heart failure, taking which medication requires additional monitoring for potassium levels?
• What is one key nutrient that individuals with diabetes should monitor carefully?
• What is the most important action for a nurse to take for a preschool-aged child experiencing polyuria and low blood pressure?
• What should a nurse encourage a family to do when a client is nearing death?
• What information should the nurse include in a teaching plan about the onset of menopause?
• In a child with asthma, which finding is associated with wheezing?
• What should a nurse monitor for after administering intravenous albumin due to increased blood volume?
• What should a nurse do first for a client with a terminal illness who is detached and non-participative in care?
• In a client diagnosed with pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH), what symptom should the nurse instruct the client to report immediately?
• Which additional history should the nurse obtain from a client experiencing severe abdominal pain before menstruation?
• What is the priority nursing intervention when administering intravenous albumin after surgery?
• What action should the nurse take first when a client has a serum potassium level of 5.9 mEq/L before administering losartan?
• What should the nurse advise a client experiencing vaginal discomfort after taking amoxicillin for 5 days?
• What information should the nurse provide to a client who has gained 17 pounds at 28 weeks' gestation?
• What should a nurse advise a client taking oral contraceptives who reports calf pain?
• What should the nurse monitor when caring for a child with asthma?
• What strategy should the nurse recommend for modifying food behaviors in a client with obesity?
• What diagnostic study should the nurse inform a client with possible placental insufficiency about?
• A female client with type 2 diabetes has dysuria. Which finding should be reported to the healthcare provider?
• For a client administering insulin, why is it important to monitor blood glucose levels closely?
• In the context of end-of-life care, what is a key responsibility of a nurse in managing symptoms?
• What key information should a nurse gather regarding a client interested in using the calendar method of contraception?
• When providing care to a low-income population, what understanding should nurses prioritize?
• What is the most important priority when caring for a client with hypovolemic shock?
• What cardiovascular finding should the nurse assess further in a client at 20 weeks' gestation?
• What term describes the rapid and deep respirations seen in a client with diabetic ketoacidosis?
• What is the most appropriate initial action for a nurse caring for a male client with a history of penile discharge and painful urination?
• Which items should the nurse remove from a client before orthopedic surgery on the left leg?
• Why is monitoring potassium levels essential while a client is on losartan?
• Which change in data indicates to the nurse that the desired effect of the angiotensin II receptor antagonist valsartan has been achieved?
• What should a nurse monitor closely in a pregnant client receiving terbutaline?
• What is the most important information for the nurse to gather before starting metronidazole treatment in a postpartum client?
• For a client with acute hemorrhagic anemia receiving packed red blood cells, which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?