Hesi PN Exit Exam Latest Update

1) The LPN/LVN is assisting a female client to obtain a voided
specimen for urine culture. After the client cleanses the meatus, which
intervention is performed next?
A. Initiate the urine stream
B. Position the collection cup
C. Separate the labia
D. Observe the urine
Answer: C. Separate the labia
2) The LPN/LVN is caring for a group of clients on a postpartum
unit. After shift report, which client should the nurse assess first?
A. Gravida 6 Para 5 who delivered vaginally 24 hours ago
B. Gravida 3 Para 3 who delivered vaginally 2 hours ago
C. Gravida 1 Para 0 who is not having contractions
D. Gravida 1 Para 2 who is preparing for discharge
Answer: B. Gravida 3 Para 3 who delivered vaginally 2 hours ago
3) The LPN/LVN is planning care for a client who has fourth degree
midline laceration that occurred during vaginal delivery of an 8-pound
10-ounce infant. What intervention has the highest priority?
A. Administer prescribed PRN sleep medications.
B. Administer Prescribed stool softener
C. Administer prescribed PRN sleep medications.
D. Encourage breastfeeding to promote uterine involution
E. Encourage use of prescribed analgesic perineal sprays.
Answer: B. Administer Prescribed stool softener
4) A new protocol for fall prevention is being implemented on the
medical unit. During safety rounds, the nurse identifies that an
unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) has omitted a vital component
of the protocol. After implementing the missing component, what
should action should the nurse take?
A. Supervise the UAP after reviewing the protocol
B. Report the UAP's omission to the charge nurse
C. Complete an unusual occurrence report
D. Assign the UAP to more stable clients the next day
Answer: A. Supervise the UAP after reviewing the protocol