HESI RN
HESI Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is giving an intramuscular injection of an antibiotic to a 16-month-old toddler with pneumonia. The toddler does not have any known allergies and has been walking without assistance for one month. Which technique should the nurse select for administration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The vastus lateralis in the thigh is the preferred IM site for toddlers, ensuring safe delivery.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a 6-month-old infant. Which response requires further evaluation by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The startle reflex should disappear by 6 months; its presence suggests neurological issues.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is evaluating a child with acute glomerulonephritis who presents at the clinic with increased fatigue, facial swelling, and decreased appetite. The child's urine sample is dark yellow. What additional finding should the nurse report to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A positive strep test indicates a recent infection, a common cause of glomerulonephritis, requiring reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is educating parents about essential dietary modifications for their child, who has recently been diagnosed with celiac disease. Which foods should the nurse include in the list of permissible foods for this child?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rice is gluten-free and safe for celiac disease, unlike barley, rye, or most oats.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is educating the caregiver of a school-age child who has recently been diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which of the caregiver's statements indicate that they have understood the education? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Organizational charts, a designated study area, and consistent schedules provide structure, benefiting ADHD management.