UPDATED HESI PN EXIT PRACTICE 2025
VERSION| 100% VERIFIED QUESTIONS WITH
ACCURATE SOLUTIONS| A+ GRADE
The Practical Nurse (PN) Is Caring For A Client With Graves' Disease. The PN Should
Expect Which Findings With This Client?
CORRECT ANS>>Characteristics Of Graves' Disease Include Exophthalmos, Heat
Intolerance, And Soft Smooth Skin And Hair In Addition To Weight Loss, Nervousness,
And Fine Tremors Of The Hands.
A Client Has A Serum Potassium Level Of 3 Meq/L. Which Findings Should The
Practical Nurse Report To The Charge Nurse?
(Select All That Apply.)
A. Muscle Cramps
B. Diarrhea
C. Altered Blood Glucose Level
D. Increased Energy
E. Abnormal Heart Rhythms
F. Increased Anxiety
CORRECT ANS>>A. Muscle Cramps
E. Abnormal Heart Rhythms
FEEDBACK: A Normal Potassium Level Ranges From 3.5 To 5 Meq/L (Mmol/L). Signs
And Symptoms Of Low Potassium Include Muscle Cramps And Dysrhythmias.
A Client Diagnosed With Diabetes Mellitus Complains Of Vomiting And Feeling
Confused To The Practical Nurse. Which Of The Following Symptoms Are Possible
Signs Of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)?
(Select All That Apply.)
A. Fruity Breath Odor
B. Rapid, Weak Pulse
C. Cold, Clammy Skin
D. Extreme Thirst
E. Urinary Frequency
F. Protruding Eyeballs
CORRECT ANS>>A. Fruity Breath Odor
B. Rapid, Weak Pulse
D. Extreme Thirst
E. Urinary Frequency
FEEDBACK: Diabetic Ketoacidosis Is Caused By A Profound Deficiency Of Insulin.
Some Common Characteristics Include A Sweet, Fruity Breath Odor; A Rapid Weak
, Pulse; Extreme Thirst; Urinary Frequency; And Sunken-Appearing Eyeballs.
What Is The Depth Of The Compression The Practical Nurse (PN) Should Do When
Performing The Manual Chest Compressions During Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
(CPR) On An Adult Client?
A. 0.5 Inch (1.27 Cm) To 1 Inch (2.54 Cm)
B. 1.5 Inch (3.8 Cm) To 2 Inches (5 Cm)
C. 2 Inches (5 Cm) To 2.4 Inches (6 Cm)
D. 2.5 Inches (6.4 Cm) To 3 Inches (7.6 Cm)
CORRECT ANS>>C. 2 Inches (5 Cm) To 2.4 Inches
(6 Cm
FEEDBACK: According To The American Heart Association 2015 Guidelines, The
Depth Of Compressions On An Adult During CPR Should Be At Least 2 Inches (5 Cm)
To 2.4 Inches (6 Cm).
A Client Diagnosed With A Skull Hematoma And Fractured (L) Clavicle Status Post A
Six Foot Fall From A Ladder Is Admitted To The Unit. Which Sign Should The Practical
Nurse (PN) Report Immediately?
A. Spontaneously Opens Eyes
.B. Obeys Commands In Movement And Grip.
C. Answers Questions, But Is Confused.
D. Has Abnormal Flexion Or Extension Of (L) Arm.
CORRECT ANS>>C. Answers Questions, But Is Confused.
FEEDBACK: "The Question Ask Which Should Be Report Immediately?" An Abnormal
Change In Condition Related To Dx. Confusion Status Post A Head Injury Is Usually
The First Sign Of Increased Intracranial Pressure.
A Client Diagnosed With Duodenal Ulcers Is Admitted To The Hospital. The Client Was
Administered Ranitidine Hydrochloride 150 Mg PO At Bedtime. Which Finding Would
Indicate A Therapeutic Response Of The Medication?
A. Gastric Secretions Ph Level Below 3.
B. Hemoccult Testing Is Positive On Two Different Occasions.
C. No Difficulty Falling Asleep Reported.
D. No Complaints Of Abdominal Pain Or Heartburn Verbalized.
CORRECT ANS>>D. No Complaints Of Abdominal Pain Or Heartburn Verbalized.
FEEDBACK: It Is Asking To Indicate A Therapeutic Response Of The Medication. So
Know Your Medications.
Lack Of Abdominal Pain Within 4 Hours After Meals Indicates Decreased Duodenal
Irritation, A Positive Outcome In The Treatment Of Duodenal Ulcer.
A Client Diagnosed With Diabetes Complains To The Practical Nurse Of Decreased
Tactile Sensation In Their Feet And Feelings Like Their Feet Are On Fire Sometimes.
Which Abnormal
VERSION| 100% VERIFIED QUESTIONS WITH
ACCURATE SOLUTIONS| A+ GRADE
The Practical Nurse (PN) Is Caring For A Client With Graves' Disease. The PN Should
Expect Which Findings With This Client?
CORRECT ANS>>Characteristics Of Graves' Disease Include Exophthalmos, Heat
Intolerance, And Soft Smooth Skin And Hair In Addition To Weight Loss, Nervousness,
And Fine Tremors Of The Hands.
A Client Has A Serum Potassium Level Of 3 Meq/L. Which Findings Should The
Practical Nurse Report To The Charge Nurse?
(Select All That Apply.)
A. Muscle Cramps
B. Diarrhea
C. Altered Blood Glucose Level
D. Increased Energy
E. Abnormal Heart Rhythms
F. Increased Anxiety
CORRECT ANS>>A. Muscle Cramps
E. Abnormal Heart Rhythms
FEEDBACK: A Normal Potassium Level Ranges From 3.5 To 5 Meq/L (Mmol/L). Signs
And Symptoms Of Low Potassium Include Muscle Cramps And Dysrhythmias.
A Client Diagnosed With Diabetes Mellitus Complains Of Vomiting And Feeling
Confused To The Practical Nurse. Which Of The Following Symptoms Are Possible
Signs Of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)?
(Select All That Apply.)
A. Fruity Breath Odor
B. Rapid, Weak Pulse
C. Cold, Clammy Skin
D. Extreme Thirst
E. Urinary Frequency
F. Protruding Eyeballs
CORRECT ANS>>A. Fruity Breath Odor
B. Rapid, Weak Pulse
D. Extreme Thirst
E. Urinary Frequency
FEEDBACK: Diabetic Ketoacidosis Is Caused By A Profound Deficiency Of Insulin.
Some Common Characteristics Include A Sweet, Fruity Breath Odor; A Rapid Weak
, Pulse; Extreme Thirst; Urinary Frequency; And Sunken-Appearing Eyeballs.
What Is The Depth Of The Compression The Practical Nurse (PN) Should Do When
Performing The Manual Chest Compressions During Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
(CPR) On An Adult Client?
A. 0.5 Inch (1.27 Cm) To 1 Inch (2.54 Cm)
B. 1.5 Inch (3.8 Cm) To 2 Inches (5 Cm)
C. 2 Inches (5 Cm) To 2.4 Inches (6 Cm)
D. 2.5 Inches (6.4 Cm) To 3 Inches (7.6 Cm)
CORRECT ANS>>C. 2 Inches (5 Cm) To 2.4 Inches
(6 Cm
FEEDBACK: According To The American Heart Association 2015 Guidelines, The
Depth Of Compressions On An Adult During CPR Should Be At Least 2 Inches (5 Cm)
To 2.4 Inches (6 Cm).
A Client Diagnosed With A Skull Hematoma And Fractured (L) Clavicle Status Post A
Six Foot Fall From A Ladder Is Admitted To The Unit. Which Sign Should The Practical
Nurse (PN) Report Immediately?
A. Spontaneously Opens Eyes
.B. Obeys Commands In Movement And Grip.
C. Answers Questions, But Is Confused.
D. Has Abnormal Flexion Or Extension Of (L) Arm.
CORRECT ANS>>C. Answers Questions, But Is Confused.
FEEDBACK: "The Question Ask Which Should Be Report Immediately?" An Abnormal
Change In Condition Related To Dx. Confusion Status Post A Head Injury Is Usually
The First Sign Of Increased Intracranial Pressure.
A Client Diagnosed With Duodenal Ulcers Is Admitted To The Hospital. The Client Was
Administered Ranitidine Hydrochloride 150 Mg PO At Bedtime. Which Finding Would
Indicate A Therapeutic Response Of The Medication?
A. Gastric Secretions Ph Level Below 3.
B. Hemoccult Testing Is Positive On Two Different Occasions.
C. No Difficulty Falling Asleep Reported.
D. No Complaints Of Abdominal Pain Or Heartburn Verbalized.
CORRECT ANS>>D. No Complaints Of Abdominal Pain Or Heartburn Verbalized.
FEEDBACK: It Is Asking To Indicate A Therapeutic Response Of The Medication. So
Know Your Medications.
Lack Of Abdominal Pain Within 4 Hours After Meals Indicates Decreased Duodenal
Irritation, A Positive Outcome In The Treatment Of Duodenal Ulcer.
A Client Diagnosed With Diabetes Complains To The Practical Nurse Of Decreased
Tactile Sensation In Their Feet And Feelings Like Their Feet Are On Fire Sometimes.
Which Abnormal
