HESI RN
HESI Pediatric N158 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching the parents about important dietary changes for their child who is newly diagnosed with celiac disease. Which foods should the nurse include in the list of allowed foods for this child?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rice is gluten-free and safe for celiac disease, unlike rye, oats, and barley, which contain gluten.
Question 2 of 5
Which snack selected by a school-aged child with gastroesophageal reflux indicates to the nurse that the child understands the dietary restrictions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sugar cookies are low-fat and low-sugar, suitable for gastroesophageal reflux, unlike high-fat or acidic options.
Question 3 of 5
When developing a teaching plan for an adolescent male who was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes mellitus, the nurse should instruct the client to eat a source of sugar if which symptom occurs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Profuse perspiration is a symptom of hypoglycemia, requiring immediate sugar intake to raise blood glucose levels.
Question 4 of 5
When starting a peripheral intravenous (IV) infusion on an infant, which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Selecting a least restrictive site minimizes discomfort and maintains mobility, ensuring safe and effective IV placement.
Question 5 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: A
Rationale: Salty-tasting skin is a hallmark of cystic fibrosis, and the sweat-chloride test is the standard diagnostic test.