HESI RN
HESI Pediatric N158 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a toddler with autism spectrum disorder and failure to thrive. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Structured meal times promote routine and reduce sensory overload, aiding feeding in children with autism spectrum disorder.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a school-age child with crusting and swollen eyelids, purulent drainage, and inflamed conjunctiva. The child receives a prescription for an ophthalmic anti-infective ointment. Which instruction should the nurse provide the child's caregivers during discharge education?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ophthalmic ointment can cause temporary blurry vision, and preparing the child for this effect is important.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing education to parents about preventing otitis media recurrence in their infant. Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding smoke exposure reduces the risk of otitis media recurrence, a known risk factor.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child with sickle cell disease who is experiencing a sickle cell crisis. Which finding should the nurse report to the healthcare provider immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chest pain may indicate acute chest syndrome, a life-threatening complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A male adolescent arrives at the clinic and reports intense pain in the testicular area that occurred during football practice at high school. The nurse observes the scrotum and identifies significant erythema and swelling. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Significant erythema and swelling suggest testicular torsion, a medical emergency requiring immediate reporting.