HESI Pediatric Practice Exam

Question 1 of 5

A 2-year-old is admitted to the hospital with possible encephalitis, and a lumbar puncture is scheduled. Which information should the nurse provide this child concerning the procedure?

A. Describe the side-lying, knees to chest position that must be assumed during the procedure. B. Tell the child to expect loud clicking noises during the procedure that may be slightly annoying. C. Reassure the child that there will be no restrictions on activity after the procedure is completed. D. Explain that fluids cannot be taken for 8 hours before the procedure and for 4 hours after the procedure.

Question 2 of 5

When should oral hygiene practices start for an infant according to the American Dental Association guidelines?

A. There is no need to begin until after all of the child's baby teeth are in. B. You don't have to worry about that until your child can handle a toothbrush. C. You can begin now using toothpaste on a gauze pad and wiping the gums. D. Begin wiping the teeth with a washcloth and water when the first tooth appears.

Question 3 of 5

A 7-year-old child with cystic fibrosis is admitted to the hospital with a respiratory infection. The nurse is teaching the child's parents about the importance of chest physiotherapy (CPT). Which statement by the parents indicates they need further teaching?

A. We should perform CPT before meals. B. CPT will help loosen mucus in the lungs. C. We should perform CPT right after the child eats. D. CPT is an important part of our child's treatment.

Question 4 of 5

When planning care for a child diagnosed with rheumatic fever, what is the primary goal of nursing care?

A. Reduce fever. B. Maintain fluid and electrolytes. C. Prevent cardiac damage. D. Maintain joint mobility and function.

Question 5 of 5

A 2-week-old female infant is hospitalized for the surgical repair of an umbilical hernia. After returning to the postoperative neonatal unit, her RR and HR have increased during the last hour. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

A. Notify the healthcare provider of these findings B. Administer a PRN analgesic as prescribed C. Document the findings in the infant's medical record D. Comfort the infant by swaddling and gently rocking

HESI Pediatric Practice Exam

Skildor

HESI RN

HESI RN