HESI RN
HESI Pediatrics Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A newborn, who has had gastroschisis repair, is transferred to the pediatric unit after spending several days in the pediatric intensive care unit. The infant is on parenteral nutrition and continuous enteral feedings. What action should the nurse include in the plan of care to promote the infant's normal growth and development?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Non-nutritive sucking via a pacifier stimulates the sucking reflex and supports feeding development, promoting normal growth.
Question 2 of 5
A mother brings her 2-month-old to the well-baby clinic. She states that when she kisses her baby, the infant's skin tastes salty. The nurse should prepare the mother for what standard diagnostic test to screen for cystic fibrosis (CF)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The sweat-chloride test is the standard screening for cystic fibrosis due to elevated salt levels in sweat.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing an infant with aortic stenosis and identifies bilateral fine crackles in both lung fields. What additional finding should the nurse expect to observe?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aortic stenosis can reduce cardiac output, leading to hypotension, with tachycardia as a compensatory response.
Question 4 of 5
A mother brings her 2-month-old to the well-baby clinic. She mentions that when she kisses her baby, the infant's skin tastes salty. What standard diagnostic test should the nurse prepare the mother for to screen for cystic fibrosis (CF)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The sweat-chloride test is the standard diagnostic for cystic fibrosis, detecting elevated chloride levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a toddler diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and failure to thrive. What strategy should the nurse employ?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular meal times provide structure, aiding nutrition in autism spectrum disorder.