HESI RN
HESI Pediatric N158 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The parents of a newborn infant with hypospadias are concerned about when the surgical correction should occur. Which information should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repair before potty-training (6-12 months) prevents urinary dysfunction and psychosocial issues.
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 nutrition education to the parents of an infant with failure to thrive (FTT). Which statement made by the parent should the nurse recognize as an appropriate understanding of interventions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-calorie formula provides the increased caloric intake needed to promote growth in infants with FTT.
Question 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing teaching to a school-age child with left femoral osteomyelitis and the child's parent prior to discharge. Which instruction should the nurse provide related to the initial phase of treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: No weight bearing on the affected extremity prevents further damage during the initial treatment phase of osteomyelitis.