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HESI Med Surg Evolve Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
A client with Addison’s disease is prescribed hydrocortisone. Which statement indicates a need for further teaching?
- “I will carry an emergency medical ID.”
- “I will take my medication at the same time every day.”
- “I will increase my dose during times of stress.”
✔✔C. “I will stop the medication if I feel better.”
A nurse is assessing a client with COPD. Which finding is the highest priority?
- Barrel-shaped chest
- Productive cough with yellow sputum
- Use of accessory muscles for breathing
✔✔B. Oxygen saturation of 84%
A client with stroke has left-sided weakness and difficulty swallowing. What is the safest feeding approach? 1 / 4
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- Offer thin liquids with a straw
- Allow the client to eat quickly
- Avoid using thickened liquids
✔✔B. Place food on the unaffected side of the mouth
A client with hyperthyroidism reports palpitations and nervousness. Which assessment finding should the nurse expect?✔✔A. Increased heart rate
- Decreased appetite
- Constipation
- Weight gain
A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client with newly diagnosed hypertension. Which statement shows correct understanding?
- “I will check my blood pressure once a year.”
- “I can stop my medicine when my pressure is normal.”
- “I will avoid exercise.” 2 / 4
✔✔B. “I will limit my salt intake.”
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A client is receiving chemotherapy and develops oral mucositis. Which meal choice is most appropriate?
- Fresh pineapple
- Spicy chili
- Raw carrots
✔✔C. Mashed potatoes with gravy
A client is post-thyroidectomy and develops stridor. What is the nurse’s priority action?
- Encourage coughing
- Offer ice chips
- Administer an antacid
✔✔B. Notify the healthcare provider immediately
A client receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) develops sudden shortness of breath and chest pain. What is the priority action?
- Flush the IV line
✔✔B. Stop the infusion and notify the provider 3 / 4
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- Lower the head of the bed
- Give an oral diuretic
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic kidney disease. Which dietary instruction is appropriate?✔✔A. Limit potassium-rich foods
- Increase phosphorus intake
- Avoid low-sodium foods
- Increase protein without restriction
A client with heart failure is weighing themselves daily. Which finding should be reported immediately?✔✔A. Weight gain of 3 lb in 2 days
- Weight loss of 1 lb in 24 hours
- No weight change in 1 week
- Weight gain of 1 lb in 5 days
A client with pneumonia is receiving antibiotic therapy. Which assessment finding indicates improvement?
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