ACTUALIZED ADULT HEALTH (HESI) FINAL
An elderly patient has been put on a potentially toxic drug for treatment of arthritis. The patient and
family have expressed concern about the drug. What is the nurse's responsibility in this particular
situation? - CORRECT ANSWER -provide information so that the patient can decide whether to accept or
refuse the treatment
The nurse is caring for a patient whose daughter wishes to pursue a career in nursing. The daughter
wants to enroll in a program that is of short duration and makes her eligible to take the nursing license
examination. Which educational program would the nurse recommend to this student? - CORRECT
ANSWER -associates degree program in nursing
The community health nurse is conducting a program on health and fitness awareness for medically
under served people. Who would be categorized as medically under served? - CORRECT ANSWER -
people of a poor socioeconomic status
The nursing mentor observes that a nursing student is deficient in communication skills but is good at
understanding nursing theories. How would the mentor intervene with respect to this student? -
CORRECT ANSWER -help the student build nursing skills
In a hospital, there is an acute shortage of nurses because of retirements. Which action would the
remaining nurses take? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. - CORRECT
ANSWER --use the patient contact time efficiently
-use the patient contact time professionally
The nurse is caring for a patient with end-stage lung disease. The patient wants to go home on oxygen
and be comfortable. The family wants the patient to have a new surgical procedure. The nurse explains
the risks and benefits of the surgery to the family and discusses the patient's wishes with the family.
Which role is the nurse playing for the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -advocate