HESI LPN
HESI PN Nutrition Practice Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
In what position should infants be placed to sleep to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends placing infants on their backs (supine) to sleep to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). This position has been shown to decrease the likelihood of SIDS occurrence. Placing infants on their right or left side (choices A and
B) or prone (choice
C) can increase the risk of SIDS as it may obstruct the infant's airway or lead to overheating, which are known risk factors for SIDS.
Question 2 of 5
Following diarrhea, which foods should be offered to the school-age child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: After a bout of diarrhea, it is important to offer foods that are gentle on the stomach and help in recovery. Bananas and rice are commonly recommended as they are easily digestible and can help firm up stools. Apricots, peaches, and applesauce may be too acidic and fibrous, potentially aggravating the stomach. Chocolate milk is high in sugar and can worsen diarrhea due to its lactose content.
Question 3 of 5
What is the primary symptom of a urinary tract infection in young children?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, Fever. In young children, fever is a common primary symptom of a urinary tract infection, often accompanied by irritability and discomfort. Frequent urination (
Choice
A) is a symptom more commonly seen in adults with UTIs. While abdominal pain (
Choice
B) and vomiting (
Choice
C) can be present, they are not as primary as fever in young children with UTIs.
Question 4 of 5
What is one characteristic that differentiates vitamins from minerals?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. Vitamins are organic compounds, containing carbon, which is a key characteristic that differentiates them from minerals.
Choice B is incorrect because vitamins do not provide energy; they are not a source of calories.
Choice C is incorrect as both vitamins and minerals are considered micronutrients due to being essential in small amounts.
Choice D is incorrect because while it is true that vitamins are needed in small amounts, this is not the characteristic that sets them apart from minerals.
Question 5 of 5
Which nutrient is an organic compound?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin C is the correct answer because it is an organic compound containing carbon, which is a defining characteristic of organic compounds. Salt (choice
A), water (choice
B), and calcium (choice
C) are inorganic compounds that do not contain carbon. Inorganic compounds are typically lacking carbon-hydrogen bonds, unlike organic compounds.
Therefore, choices A, B, and C are incorrect in the context of being organic compounds.