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HESI RN Gerontology Practice Questions And Answers New {100% Score!!!!}
HESI RN Gerontology Practice Questions And Answers New {100% Score!!!!}
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HESI RN Gerontology Practice Questions AndAnswers New 2023-2024 {100% Score!!!!}
Quiz :An older resident is newly admitted to an assisted living community.
Which actions should the registered nurse (RN) implement to provide the
resident ways to maintain safe medication administration? (Select all that
apply.)
A. Locked medication storage in the client's room
B. Medication administration record (MAR)
C. Payment forms for prescribed medications
D. Delivery of adequate supply of medication
E. List of findings indicating medication effectiveness - Answer :A. Locked
medication storage in the client's room
B. Medication administration record (MAR)
D. Delivery of adequate supply of medication
E. List of findings indicating medication effectiveness
Quiz :When assessing an older client, which age-related changes in the
cardiovascular system should the RN document? (Select all that apply.)
A. Dyspnea
B. Chest pain
C. Cardiac murmurs
D. Widening pulse pressure
E. Irregular heart rate. - Answer :C. Cardiac murmurs
D. Widening pulse pressure
Quiz :An older client who recently moved into an assisted living community
refuses to eat or join any activities. When evaluating the client further, what
should the RN focus on during the next examination?
A. Anxiety
B. Depression
C. Exhaustion
D. Confusion - Answer :B. Depression
Quiz :The RN is caring for an elderly client with functional incontinence who
lives in an assisted living community. The client is alert and mildly confused
and can self ambulate. Which nursing intervention should the RN implement?
, A. Offer assistance with toileting Q2 hours.
B. Use protective disposable undergarment instead of underwear.
C. Ask if the client has attempted to void Q2 hours.
D. Obtain a prescription for intermittent catheterization. - Answer :A. Offer
assistance with toileting Q2 hours.
Quiz :The HCP prescribes a new medication, atorvastatin (Lipitor), for an older
client who arrives at the clinic for an annual physical examination. What
common side effect should the RN advise the client to observe for with this
medication?
A. Constipation
B. Headaches
C. Muscle weakness
D. Nausea and vomiting - Answer :B. Headaches
Quiz :The RN is reinforcing discharge instructions with the family of an older
client who was recently admitted for an intestinal obstruction. What statement
indicates that the family understands the instructions?
A. Increase protein and carbohydrates in the daily diet.
B. Limit activity to bed rest for the first week and increase mobility
incrementally each week.
C. Report abdominal distention, constipation, or any nausea and vomiting to
the healthcare provider.
D. Drink liquids 2 hours after meals - Answer :C. Report abdominal distention,
constipation, or any nausea and vomiting to the HCP
Quiz :An older male client asks the RN how he can reduce his incidents of
hemorrhoidal flare ups. What information should the RN offer the client about
how to prevent rectal discomfort? (Select all that apply.)
A. Increase fiber and liquids in the diet to help prevent constipation and
straining.
B. Change exercise program to reflect less cardio-exercise and more weight
training.
C. Use a therapeutic cushion or frequent repositioning for periods of prolonged
sitting
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