HESI LPN
Pediatric HESI 2024 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A child with a diagnosis of asthma is being evaluated for medication management. What is an important assessment for the nurse to perform?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the child's dietary intake is crucial in managing asthma as certain foods can trigger symptoms or exacerbate the condition. By evaluating the child's diet, the nurse can identify potential triggers, ensure the child receives proper nutrition, and help manage symptoms effectively. Assessing sleep patterns, academic performance, or behavior at home, while important in a holistic assessment, are not as directly related to managing asthma symptoms as dietary intake.
Question 2 of 5
A healthcare professional is teaching parents about why most children should be immunized against varicella (chickenpox) and why some receiving specific medications should not. Which medication should be included in the discussion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Steroids. Children receiving steroids should not receive the varicella vaccine as it can increase the risk of severe infection due to the immunosuppressive effects of steroids. Insulin (Choice A) is not a medication that contraindicates varicella vaccination. Antibiotics (Choice C) and anticonvulsants (Choice D) are also not medications that would impact the decision to immunize against varicella.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parents of a child with a diagnosis of epilepsy about seizure precautions. What should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Teaching seizure first aid to family members is essential as it empowers them to respond effectively during a seizure. Keeping a diary of seizure activity is important for tracking patterns and triggers but is not directly related to immediate safety. Administering antiepileptic medication only when a seizure occurs is not recommended as medications should be administered as prescribed by healthcare providers. Restricting the child's activities to prevent seizures is not appropriate as children with epilepsy should be encouraged to lead active lives while taking necessary precautions.
Question 4 of 5
A 7-month-old girl is to be catheterized to obtain a sterile urine specimen. One of the infant's parents expresses fear that this procedure may traumatize the baby psychologically. How should the nurse provide reassurance?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: While catheterization can be uncomfortable, it does not typically result in long-term psychological harm, and obtaining a sterile specimen is important for accurate diagnosis.
Question 5 of 5
What would be important for the nurse to include when teaching an adolescent about tinea pedis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Dry the area between your toes thoroughly.' When educating an adolescent about tinea pedis, emphasis should be placed on keeping the feet dry, especially between the toes, to minimize the risk of fungal infection. Choice A is incorrect as keeping the feet moist can exacerbate the condition. Choice C is incorrect because nylon or synthetic socks can trap moisture, promoting fungal growth. Choice D is incorrect as walking barefoot in locker rooms increases the risk of contracting tinea pedis from contaminated surfaces.
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