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HESI PN Case Studies Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
A client with heart failure reports shortness of breath when lying flat. What position should the nurse recommend?✔✔High Fowler’s position with pillows for support.
A postoperative client has not voided in 8 hours. What is the priority nursing action?✔✔Assess bladder distention and notify the provider if retention is suspected.
A patient with diabetes is shaky and sweating before lunch. What is the nurse’s first action?✔✔Check blood glucose immediately.
A client recovering from abdominal surgery is reluctant to cough because of pain. What intervention should the nurse use?✔✔Teach the client to splint the incision with a pillow.
A client on IV antibiotics develops hives and shortness of breath. What should the nurse do first? 1 / 2
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✔✔Stop the infusion immediately.
A postpartum client reports passing large blood clots. What is the nurse’s priority?✔✔Assess fundal firmness and massage if boggy.
A patient reports severe pain despite receiving pain medication. What is the most important action?✔✔Reassess the pain and notify the provider for further orders.
A client with COPD has oxygen saturation of 88% on room air but is not in distress. What is the best action?✔✔Apply prescribed low-flow oxygen and monitor closely.
A child with dehydration is started on IV fluids. What finding shows therapy is effective?✔✔Improved skin turgor and moist mucous membranes.
A client with dementia becomes agitated during bathing. What should the nurse do?✔✔Use calm reassurance and modify the approach to reduce stress.
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