HESI Pediatric (PEDS) RN
Exit Exam 2022 V1 & V2 -
Complete Questions and
Answers Study Guide
A 15-month-old is admitted to the pediatric unit with a history of a recent upper
respiratory infection. Which symptom is consistent with the diagnosis of
laryngotracheobronchitis (croup)? Select all that apply.
1.Reported inspiratory stridor which is worse at night.
2.Suprasternal retractions are present upon examination.
3.The toddler has a barking, seal-like, harsh cough.
4.Lung sounds have inspiratory wheezing.
5.Lung sounds with crackles in the bases bilaterally. - correct answers--1,2,3
,A four-year-old is presented to the urgent care center with a history of a sudden onset of
a severe sore throat. He began drooling and has difficulty swallowing. The temperature
is 102.2F (39.0C). Lung sounds are clear and there is no cough. The child is very
anxious and flushed and is leaning forward in a tripod position. Based on these
symptoms, the nurse anticipates a diagnosis of:
1.Acute Asthma Attack
2.Laryngotracheomalacia
3.Acute laryngotracheobronchitis (Croup)
4.Acute Epiglottitis - correct answers--4
Which should the nurse expect to be included in the treatment of the client experiencing
acute asthma symptoms? Select all that apply.
1.Bronchodilators
2.Corticosteroids
3.Oxygen
4.Montelukast (Singular)
5.Immediate Intubation - correct answers--1, 2, 3
The nurse understands that in a child with cystic fibrosis (CF) which vitamin absorption
is impaired? Select all that apply.
1.A
2.B
3.C
4.D
5.E - correct answers--1, 3, 4, 5
Which indicates the earliest sign of hemorrhage in a child who has just had a
tonsillectomy?
1.Frequent swallowing
2.Labored respirations
3.Tachypnea stridor
4.Dark brown emesis - correct answers--1
A child with chronic otitis media has bilateral myringotomy tubes placed. Which
statement would indicate that the parent understands education about myringotomy
tubes?
1."The tubes have to be surgically removed in 9 months or so."
2."The tubes were placed to equalize pressure."
3."These tubes won't affect my child being able to go swimming in the summer."
4."My child will still need to be on Amoxicillin prophylactically for six months." - correct
answers--2
The nurse should instruct the parent whose child is diagnosed with respiratory syncytial
virus (RSV) to notify the healthcare provider for which issue? Select all that apply.
1.The child is not eating
2.There is a decrease in wet diapers
,3.There is increased work of breathing
4.The child develops yellow drainage from the nose
5.Only when the child wheezes - correct answers--1, 2, 3
Which are signs and symptoms of respiratory distress in a two-month-old? Select all
that apply.
1.Nasal flaring
2.Intercostal retractions
3.Coughing
4.Bronchovesicular lung sounds
5.Grunting - correct answers--1, 2, 5
You are teaching a family with a child who has cystic fibrosis (CF) about chest
physiotherapy treatment (CPT). Which of the following teaching points are correct to
include? SATA
1.It should be performed three to four times a day.
2.It may cause bronchospasm.
3.It is all right to percuss over the spine or internal organs.
4.When manually percussing you should use a cupped hand.
5.CPT can be done at any time including after eating. - correct answers--1, 2, 4
Which child does the nurse anticipate to be most at risk for being hospitalized for
respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
1.A three-month-old who was born at 30 weeks gestation
2.A 18-month-old with a tracheostomy
3.A four-year-old with a ventricular septal defect (VSD)
4.A five-year-old who was term but has never received any immunizations - correct
answers--1
The nursing student asks the nurse about genetic implications related to cystic fibrosis
(CF). How should the nurse respond?
1."It is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait."
2."It is a genetic defect found primarily in non-Caucasian people."
3."If it is present in a child, both parents are carriers of the defective gene."
4."There is a 50% chance the siblings of an affected child will also be affected." - correct
answers--3
what is the gold standard test in cystic fibrosis - correct answers--sweat test
A measurement of the maximum flow of air that can be forcefully exhaled in 1 second, a
key measurement of pulmonary function - correct answers--Peak expiratory flow rate
provides an objective method of evaluating the presence and degree of lung dz, as well
as the response of therapy - correct answers--Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
, cessation of breathing for more than 20 sec or for a shorter period of time when
associated w/ hypoxemia or bradycardia - correct answers--apnea
a medical emergency that can result in respiratory failure and death if untreated -
correct answers--status asthmaticus
involves stimulating the production of sweat w/ a special device, collecting sweat and
measuring the sweat electrolytes. Used in the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis - correct
answers--sweat chloride test
inability of the respiratory apparatus to maintain adequate oxygenation of the blood w/
or w/out carbon dioxide retention - correct answers--respiratory failure
a serious obstructive inflammatory process in the upper airway may see absence of a
cough but drooling and agitation - correct answers--acute epiglottitis
in general applies to 2 conditions: increased work of breathing w/ near normal gas
exchange function or the inability to maintain normal blood gas tensions that develops
from carbon dioxide retention w/ subsequent hypoxemia and acidosis - correct answers-
-respiratory insuffuecuency
upper airway infection characterized by hoarseness and a barking cough - correct
answers--croup
earliest manifestation of cystic fibrosis where the small intestine is blocked w/ thick
meconium in the newborn - correct answers--meconium ileus
the child insists on sitting upright and leaning foward w/ the chin thrust out, mouth open
and tongue protruding to facilitate breathing - correct answers--tripod
irritants such as house dust mites, tobacco smoke, mold or pets - correct answers--
allergens
a serious possibly life-threatening obstructive inflammatory process of the upper trachea
w/ features of croup and epiglottitis - correct answers--bacterial tracheitis
considered to be the corner stone treatment for children and adolescents w/ cystic
fibrosis - correct answers--airway clearance therapies
The nurse in the emergency department (ED) is assessing a school-age child with a
new ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt. The child is being seen for lethargy, irritability,
vomiting, severe headache, and a fever of 102.4°. What initial action should the nurse
expect would be taken?
1.An admission to the hospital for IV fluids and monitoring
2.Give mannitol for increased intracranial pressure.
3.Obtain a CT scan of the brain with X-rays of the chest and abdomen.
Exit Exam 2022 V1 & V2 -
Complete Questions and
Answers Study Guide
A 15-month-old is admitted to the pediatric unit with a history of a recent upper
respiratory infection. Which symptom is consistent with the diagnosis of
laryngotracheobronchitis (croup)? Select all that apply.
1.Reported inspiratory stridor which is worse at night.
2.Suprasternal retractions are present upon examination.
3.The toddler has a barking, seal-like, harsh cough.
4.Lung sounds have inspiratory wheezing.
5.Lung sounds with crackles in the bases bilaterally. - correct answers--1,2,3
,A four-year-old is presented to the urgent care center with a history of a sudden onset of
a severe sore throat. He began drooling and has difficulty swallowing. The temperature
is 102.2F (39.0C). Lung sounds are clear and there is no cough. The child is very
anxious and flushed and is leaning forward in a tripod position. Based on these
symptoms, the nurse anticipates a diagnosis of:
1.Acute Asthma Attack
2.Laryngotracheomalacia
3.Acute laryngotracheobronchitis (Croup)
4.Acute Epiglottitis - correct answers--4
Which should the nurse expect to be included in the treatment of the client experiencing
acute asthma symptoms? Select all that apply.
1.Bronchodilators
2.Corticosteroids
3.Oxygen
4.Montelukast (Singular)
5.Immediate Intubation - correct answers--1, 2, 3
The nurse understands that in a child with cystic fibrosis (CF) which vitamin absorption
is impaired? Select all that apply.
1.A
2.B
3.C
4.D
5.E - correct answers--1, 3, 4, 5
Which indicates the earliest sign of hemorrhage in a child who has just had a
tonsillectomy?
1.Frequent swallowing
2.Labored respirations
3.Tachypnea stridor
4.Dark brown emesis - correct answers--1
A child with chronic otitis media has bilateral myringotomy tubes placed. Which
statement would indicate that the parent understands education about myringotomy
tubes?
1."The tubes have to be surgically removed in 9 months or so."
2."The tubes were placed to equalize pressure."
3."These tubes won't affect my child being able to go swimming in the summer."
4."My child will still need to be on Amoxicillin prophylactically for six months." - correct
answers--2
The nurse should instruct the parent whose child is diagnosed with respiratory syncytial
virus (RSV) to notify the healthcare provider for which issue? Select all that apply.
1.The child is not eating
2.There is a decrease in wet diapers
,3.There is increased work of breathing
4.The child develops yellow drainage from the nose
5.Only when the child wheezes - correct answers--1, 2, 3
Which are signs and symptoms of respiratory distress in a two-month-old? Select all
that apply.
1.Nasal flaring
2.Intercostal retractions
3.Coughing
4.Bronchovesicular lung sounds
5.Grunting - correct answers--1, 2, 5
You are teaching a family with a child who has cystic fibrosis (CF) about chest
physiotherapy treatment (CPT). Which of the following teaching points are correct to
include? SATA
1.It should be performed three to four times a day.
2.It may cause bronchospasm.
3.It is all right to percuss over the spine or internal organs.
4.When manually percussing you should use a cupped hand.
5.CPT can be done at any time including after eating. - correct answers--1, 2, 4
Which child does the nurse anticipate to be most at risk for being hospitalized for
respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
1.A three-month-old who was born at 30 weeks gestation
2.A 18-month-old with a tracheostomy
3.A four-year-old with a ventricular septal defect (VSD)
4.A five-year-old who was term but has never received any immunizations - correct
answers--1
The nursing student asks the nurse about genetic implications related to cystic fibrosis
(CF). How should the nurse respond?
1."It is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait."
2."It is a genetic defect found primarily in non-Caucasian people."
3."If it is present in a child, both parents are carriers of the defective gene."
4."There is a 50% chance the siblings of an affected child will also be affected." - correct
answers--3
what is the gold standard test in cystic fibrosis - correct answers--sweat test
A measurement of the maximum flow of air that can be forcefully exhaled in 1 second, a
key measurement of pulmonary function - correct answers--Peak expiratory flow rate
provides an objective method of evaluating the presence and degree of lung dz, as well
as the response of therapy - correct answers--Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
, cessation of breathing for more than 20 sec or for a shorter period of time when
associated w/ hypoxemia or bradycardia - correct answers--apnea
a medical emergency that can result in respiratory failure and death if untreated -
correct answers--status asthmaticus
involves stimulating the production of sweat w/ a special device, collecting sweat and
measuring the sweat electrolytes. Used in the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis - correct
answers--sweat chloride test
inability of the respiratory apparatus to maintain adequate oxygenation of the blood w/
or w/out carbon dioxide retention - correct answers--respiratory failure
a serious obstructive inflammatory process in the upper airway may see absence of a
cough but drooling and agitation - correct answers--acute epiglottitis
in general applies to 2 conditions: increased work of breathing w/ near normal gas
exchange function or the inability to maintain normal blood gas tensions that develops
from carbon dioxide retention w/ subsequent hypoxemia and acidosis - correct answers-
-respiratory insuffuecuency
upper airway infection characterized by hoarseness and a barking cough - correct
answers--croup
earliest manifestation of cystic fibrosis where the small intestine is blocked w/ thick
meconium in the newborn - correct answers--meconium ileus
the child insists on sitting upright and leaning foward w/ the chin thrust out, mouth open
and tongue protruding to facilitate breathing - correct answers--tripod
irritants such as house dust mites, tobacco smoke, mold or pets - correct answers--
allergens
a serious possibly life-threatening obstructive inflammatory process of the upper trachea
w/ features of croup and epiglottitis - correct answers--bacterial tracheitis
considered to be the corner stone treatment for children and adolescents w/ cystic
fibrosis - correct answers--airway clearance therapies
The nurse in the emergency department (ED) is assessing a school-age child with a
new ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt. The child is being seen for lethargy, irritability,
vomiting, severe headache, and a fever of 102.4°. What initial action should the nurse
expect would be taken?
1.An admission to the hospital for IV fluids and monitoring
2.Give mannitol for increased intracranial pressure.
3.Obtain a CT scan of the brain with X-rays of the chest and abdomen.
