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Nightdale College HESI Exam Fundamental of Nursing Exam 1

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Question 1:

The nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and receiving supplemental oxygen at 2 L/minute via nasal cannula. The oxygen saturation is 89%. Which action should the nurse implement?

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Question 2:
Which equipment should the nurse use to most accurately measure a 2 mL dose of viscous liquid solution to be administered orally?
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Question 3:
A client reports pain, numbness, and tingling sensations in the lower legs. How should the nurse document this finding?
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The nurse is teaching a client how to self-administer low-molecular-weight heparin subcutaneously. Which instruction should the nurse include?
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Question 5:
When initiating oxygen per mask to a client who is short of breath, the nurse hears a loud hissing sound after inserting the flowmeter into the wall outlet. Which should the nurse do next?
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The nurse is evaluating the fluid balance of a client who was admitted yesterday with dehydration and who has been receiving IV fluids since admission. An increase in which parameter indicates to the nurse that the client is rehydrating?
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A hospitalized client who has an advance directive and healthcare power of attorney is receiving enteral nutrition through a nasogastric (NG) tube. The client vomits and appears to be choking. Which action should the nurse take?
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Question 8:

The nurse is using guided imagery with a client who is experiencing chronic pain. The nurse should direct the client's attention on which focus?

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Question 9:
The nurse observes an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) who is providing a total bed bath for a confused and lethargic client. The UAP is soaking the client's foot in a basin of warm water placed on the bed. Which action should the nurse take?
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Question 10:
The nurse is preparing to give an emergency sedative injection to an agitated client. Which action by the nurse comprises a tort?
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