HESI RN
HESI Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When initiating a peripheral intravenous (IV) infusion on an infant, what action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Choosing a least restrictive site minimizes distress and allows easier movement post-IV insertion.
Question 2 of 5
A 10-year-old boy has been seen frequently by the school nurse over the past three weeks after school begins in the fall. He reports headaches, stomach aches, and difficulty sleeping. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking the boy to describe a typical day at school helps identify potential stressors or psychosocial factors contributing to his non-specific symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
The parents of a newborn with hypospadias are anxious about the timing of the surgical correction. What information should the nurse share with them?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Repair before toilet training supports normal urinary function and reduces psychological impact.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing the growth and development of a 3-year-old child. Which speech and language skills should the nurse identify as normal developmental milestones for this child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Speaking in simple sentences with four or more words is a normal milestone for a 3-year-old.