HESI MED SURG 2021 Exam
A client is diagnosed with diverticulosis following a colonoscopy. The client denies any
symptoms, and asks the nurse what to
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nurse?
A. Episodes of burning pain are commonly experienced
B. Appetite loss, with resultant feelings of weakness, are common problems
C. Symptoms may not occur unless sacs become inflamed
D. As the sacs enlarge pain may be experienced in the lower abdomen
A client with Cushing's syndrome is recovering from an elective laparoscopic procedure.
Which assessment finding warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?
A. Irregular apical pulse
B. Pitting ankle edema
C. Quarter size blood spot on dressing
D. Purple marks on skin of the abdomen
A female client who recently married returns to the clinic with recurrent cystitis and
urethritis. The client presents with pain on urinating, urinary frequency, and urgency.
Which additional information should the nurse obtain?
A. Review a recent urinalysis for calcium oxalate
B. Examine a client's history for any genetic renal disease
C. Ask if she has recently has a streptococcus infection
D. Inquire about hygiene practices after sexual intercourse
A client has an absolute neutrophil count (ANC) of 500/mm^3 after completing
chemotherapy. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?
A. Implement bleeding precautions
B. Place the client in protective isolation
C. Assess vital signs every 4 hours
D. Review need for pneumococcal vaccine
A client is receiving chemotherapy for treatment of metastatic carcinoma. When
monitoring the client for systemic side effects, which assessment finding warrants
intervention by the nurse?
A. Leukopenia
B. Polycythemia
C. Ascites
D. Nystagmus
A client with hyperparathyroidism reports a sudden onset of severe flank pain. Which
intervention should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
A. Begin straining all urine
B. Implement seizure precautions
C. Administer a PRN dose of a laxative
D. Initiate cardiac telemetry
The nurse is caring for a client on a rehabilitation unit who has right cerebrovascular
accident and is struggling with independent self-care. The nurse places a large mirror in
the client's room. Which instruction should the nurse provide the client?
A. Mirrors reflect light to brighten the room so you can see better
B. A hoe-like environment helps you relax and feel more confident
C. Check your appearance before leaving the room
D. Use the mirror to watch yourself while dressing
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