Pediatric Nursing HESI Remediation questions and
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What is the recommended serving size of vegetables for a toddler?
a. 1 tablespoon.
b. 1 teaspoon.
c. 1/2 teaspoon.
d. 1/2 tablespoon. - ANS >>a
The nurse is providing emergency care for an unconscious child who presents with a head injur
sustained in a fall. Which is the highest nursing priority?
a. Establish an airway.
b. Assess neurological status.
c. Stabilize the spine.
d. Obtain vital signs. - ANS >>a
he vital signs of a 4-year-old child with polyuria are: BP 80/40, Pulse 118, and Respirations 24. The child
pedal pulses are present with a volume of +1, and no edema is observed. What action should the nurs
implement first?
a. Insert an indwelling urinary catheter.
b. Start an IV infusion of normal saline.
,c. Send a specimen to the lab for urinalysis.
d. Document the child's vital signs and pulses. - ANS >>b
The nurse is assessing a 2-year-old child. What behavior indicates that the child's language developmen
is within normal limits?
a. Is able to name four colors.
b. Can count five blocks.
c. Is capable of making a three word sentence.
d. Half of child's speech is understandable. - ANS >>c
At 8 a.m. the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) informs the charge nurse that a female adolescen
client with acute glomerulonephritis has a blood pressure of 210/110. The 4 a.m. blood pressure readin
was 170/88. The client reports to the UAP that she is upset because her boyfriend did not visit last nigh
What action should the nurse take first?
a. Give the client her 9 a.m. prescription for an oral diuretic early.
b. Administer PRN prescription of nifedipine (Procardia) sublingually.
c. Notify the healthcare provider and inform the nursing supervisor of the client's condition.
d. Attempt to calm the client and retake the blood pressure in thirty minutes. - ANS >>b
During administration of a blood transfusion, a child complains of chills, headache, and nausea. Whic
action should the nurse implement?
a. Start another IV of dextrose solution and stay with the child.
b. Continue the transfusion and monitor the child's vital signs.
c. Stop the infusion immediately and notify the healthcare provider.
d. Slow the transfusion and assess for cessation of symptoms. - ANS >>c
,The nurse is preparing a health teaching program for parents of toddlers and preschoolers and plans t
include information about prevention of accidental poisonings. It is most important for the nurse t
include which instruction?
a. Tell children they should not taste anything but food.
b. Store all toxic agents and medicines in locked cabinets.
c. Provide special play areas in the house and restrict play in other areas.
d. Punish children if they open cabinets that contain household chemicals. - ANS >>b
What preoperative nursing intervention should be included in the plan of care for an infant with pylori
stenosis?
a. Monitor for signs of metabolic acidosis.
b. Estimate the quantity of diarrhea stools.
c. Place in a supine position after feeding.
d. Observe for projectile vomiting. - ANS >>d
Which measurements should be used to accurately calculate a pediatric medication dosage? Select a
that apply.
a. Child's height and weight.
b. Adult dosage of medication.
c. Body surface area of child.
d. Average adult's body surface area.
e. Average pediatric dosage of medication.
, f. Nomogram determined mathematical constant. - ANS >>a,c,f
The nurse is assessing the neurovascular status of a child in Russell's traction. Which finding should th
nurse report to the healthcare provider?
a. Pale bluish coloration of the toes.
b. Skin is warm and dry to the touch.
c. Toes are wiggled upon command.
d. Capillary refill less than 3 seconds. - ANS >>a
The mother of a preschool-aged child asks the nurse if it is all right to administer bismuth subsalicylat
(Pepto Bismol, Bismylate) to her son when he "has a tummy ache." After reminding the mother to chec
the label of all over-the-counter drugs for the presence of aspirin, which instruction should the nurs
include when replying to this mother's question?
a. If the child's tongue darkens, discontinue the Pepto Bismol immediately.
b. Do not give if the child has chickenpox, the flu, or any other viral illness.
c. Avoid the use of Pepto Bismol until the child is at least 16 years old.
d/ Pepto Bismol may cause a rebound hyperacidity, worsening the "tummy ache." - ANS >>b
A 12-month-old boy is admitted with a respiratory infection and possible pneumonia. He is placed in
mist tent with oxygen. Which nursing intervention has the greatest priority for this infant?
a. Give small, frequent feedings of fluids.
b. Accurately chart observations regarding breath sounds.
c. Have a bulb syringe readily available to remove secretions.
d. Encourage older siblings to visit. - ANS >>c
The nurse is assessing a two-month-old in preparation for surgery for coarctation of the aorta repai
Which best describes the pathophysiology of coarctation of the aorta?
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What is the recommended serving size of vegetables for a toddler?
a. 1 tablespoon.
b. 1 teaspoon.
c. 1/2 teaspoon.
d. 1/2 tablespoon. - ANS >>a
The nurse is providing emergency care for an unconscious child who presents with a head injur
sustained in a fall. Which is the highest nursing priority?
a. Establish an airway.
b. Assess neurological status.
c. Stabilize the spine.
d. Obtain vital signs. - ANS >>a
he vital signs of a 4-year-old child with polyuria are: BP 80/40, Pulse 118, and Respirations 24. The child
pedal pulses are present with a volume of +1, and no edema is observed. What action should the nurs
implement first?
a. Insert an indwelling urinary catheter.
b. Start an IV infusion of normal saline.
,c. Send a specimen to the lab for urinalysis.
d. Document the child's vital signs and pulses. - ANS >>b
The nurse is assessing a 2-year-old child. What behavior indicates that the child's language developmen
is within normal limits?
a. Is able to name four colors.
b. Can count five blocks.
c. Is capable of making a three word sentence.
d. Half of child's speech is understandable. - ANS >>c
At 8 a.m. the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) informs the charge nurse that a female adolescen
client with acute glomerulonephritis has a blood pressure of 210/110. The 4 a.m. blood pressure readin
was 170/88. The client reports to the UAP that she is upset because her boyfriend did not visit last nigh
What action should the nurse take first?
a. Give the client her 9 a.m. prescription for an oral diuretic early.
b. Administer PRN prescription of nifedipine (Procardia) sublingually.
c. Notify the healthcare provider and inform the nursing supervisor of the client's condition.
d. Attempt to calm the client and retake the blood pressure in thirty minutes. - ANS >>b
During administration of a blood transfusion, a child complains of chills, headache, and nausea. Whic
action should the nurse implement?
a. Start another IV of dextrose solution and stay with the child.
b. Continue the transfusion and monitor the child's vital signs.
c. Stop the infusion immediately and notify the healthcare provider.
d. Slow the transfusion and assess for cessation of symptoms. - ANS >>c
,The nurse is preparing a health teaching program for parents of toddlers and preschoolers and plans t
include information about prevention of accidental poisonings. It is most important for the nurse t
include which instruction?
a. Tell children they should not taste anything but food.
b. Store all toxic agents and medicines in locked cabinets.
c. Provide special play areas in the house and restrict play in other areas.
d. Punish children if they open cabinets that contain household chemicals. - ANS >>b
What preoperative nursing intervention should be included in the plan of care for an infant with pylori
stenosis?
a. Monitor for signs of metabolic acidosis.
b. Estimate the quantity of diarrhea stools.
c. Place in a supine position after feeding.
d. Observe for projectile vomiting. - ANS >>d
Which measurements should be used to accurately calculate a pediatric medication dosage? Select a
that apply.
a. Child's height and weight.
b. Adult dosage of medication.
c. Body surface area of child.
d. Average adult's body surface area.
e. Average pediatric dosage of medication.
, f. Nomogram determined mathematical constant. - ANS >>a,c,f
The nurse is assessing the neurovascular status of a child in Russell's traction. Which finding should th
nurse report to the healthcare provider?
a. Pale bluish coloration of the toes.
b. Skin is warm and dry to the touch.
c. Toes are wiggled upon command.
d. Capillary refill less than 3 seconds. - ANS >>a
The mother of a preschool-aged child asks the nurse if it is all right to administer bismuth subsalicylat
(Pepto Bismol, Bismylate) to her son when he "has a tummy ache." After reminding the mother to chec
the label of all over-the-counter drugs for the presence of aspirin, which instruction should the nurs
include when replying to this mother's question?
a. If the child's tongue darkens, discontinue the Pepto Bismol immediately.
b. Do not give if the child has chickenpox, the flu, or any other viral illness.
c. Avoid the use of Pepto Bismol until the child is at least 16 years old.
d/ Pepto Bismol may cause a rebound hyperacidity, worsening the "tummy ache." - ANS >>b
A 12-month-old boy is admitted with a respiratory infection and possible pneumonia. He is placed in
mist tent with oxygen. Which nursing intervention has the greatest priority for this infant?
a. Give small, frequent feedings of fluids.
b. Accurately chart observations regarding breath sounds.
c. Have a bulb syringe readily available to remove secretions.
d. Encourage older siblings to visit. - ANS >>c
The nurse is assessing a two-month-old in preparation for surgery for coarctation of the aorta repai
Which best describes the pathophysiology of coarctation of the aorta?
