HESI COMPREHENSIVE EXAM QUESTION AND
CORRECT ANSWER REAL EXAM 2024
- year old child's normal speech level - correct answer-Half of their speech is understandable
Cushing's syndrome (hypersecretion of glucocorticoids) intervention - correct answer-Monitor blood glucose levels
Manic phase of bipolar disorder intervention - correct answer-Provide structured environment with little stimuli
To interpret Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), must know what other value - correct answer-Gestational age
Positioning when feeding thru a gastrostomy tube - correct answer-Fowlers (semi sitting)
Intervention for dermatitis or itching - correct answer-Decrease bathing frequency
Test to determine adequate glomerular filtration - correct answer-Serum Creatinine
Position to place newborn in crib after feeding - correct answer-On the right side. Never on back
To facilitate speech in fenestrated trach patient - correct answer-Determine ability to swallow
For speech in total laryngectomy and radical neck dissection - correct answer-Permanent removal of the voice box requires rehab to learn esophageal speech
When wearing 24 hour Holter monitor - correct answer-Keep diary of activities that took place while wearing the monitor
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NSAIDS effect with gastritis - correct answer-Inhibits synthesis of prostaglandins that protect the stomach lining
Lactulose (Cephulac) function with cirrhosis - correct answer-Expels ammonia to improve cerebral function.
Prevention of UTI with cystitis - correct answer-Increased fluids, frequent bladder emptying
Managing CKD - correct answer-Prevent hypertension and cardiovascular disease
Effect of exercise on type 2 diabetes - correct answer-Exercise facilitates weight loss and decreases peripheral insulin resistance
Umbilical cord care - correct answer-Do not submerge infant until cord has dried and falls off. May use alcohol wipe until cord falls off in 10-14 days
Clinical jaundice evident on forehead within 24 hours of birth - correct answer-Warrants immediate attention and is pathological
Most important action when suctioning NG after cardiac surgery - correct answer-Administer supplemental oxygen before and after
Most important action with Reye's syndrome (which occurs with varicella or influenza) - correct answer- Monitor I&O
Complication associated with SOB, chest pain, dehydration, recent surgery, and straining - correct answer-Pulmonary embolism
Anticholinergic agent used for bradydysrhythmias - correct answer-Atropine (increases heart rate)
Signs of digoxin (lanoxin) toxicity - correct answer-Blurred, yellow vision with halos, anorexia, and fatigue.
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