HESI A2: HESI Admission Assessment Exam (A2) Patient Practice Questions

A patient has a history of hypertension. Which medication is commonly prescribed?

• AA. Atorvastatin
• BB. Metformin
• CC. Lisinopril
• DD. Aspirin

A patient with COPD is using a peak flow meter. What is the purpose of this device?

• AA. Assess medication levels
• BB. Check heart rate
• CC. Measure lung capacity
• DD. Monitor blood pressure

A patient is recovering from surgery and reports pain. What is the initial nursing action?

• AA. Assess vital signs
• BB. Give pain medication
• CC. Reassure the patient
• DD. Investigate the cause

A patient complains of dizziness upon standing. What condition might this indicate?

• AA. Hypotension
• BB. Hyperlipidemia
• CC. Pneumonia
• DD. Osteoporosis