HESI PEDIATRICS EXAM 2024/2025 NEWEST!! COMPLETE ACTUAL
130 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS )
ALREADY GRADED A+.
What is considered bradycardia in an infant? - ANSWER-Heart rate
less than 90-110
An infant with CHF taking digoxin has a heart rate of 80bpm, what
does this indicate? - ANSWER-Possible digoxin toxicity
Fever due to immunizations may occur. What is contraindicated in
this situation? - ANSWER-Aspirin is contraindicated in children d/t
risk for Reye's syndrome
What is the therapeutic level of theophylline? - ANSWER-Therapeutic
level: 10-20 mcg/dL
How long should the Milwaukee brace for scoliosis should be worn? -
ANSWER-23 hours a day, only remove for 1 hour for bathing
How is varicella spread? - ANSWER-Direct or indirect contact of saliva
or vesicles.
,Put on strict isolation to prevent exposure to others.
When is varicella most communicable? - ANSWER-2 days before the
rash appears until all lesions are crusted
What are the most common presenting symptoms of leukemia? -
ANSWER--Bone pain r/t leukemic cells invading periosteum
-Pallor r/t anemia
What are some characteristics of spastic cerebral palsy in an infant? -
ANSWER--Legs crossing
-Stiffness when pulled to a sitting position
-Difficulty with fine motor skills
What as an infant at risk for when in celiac crisis? - ANSWER-Risk for
fluid volume deficit d/t severe diarrhea-assess for dehydration
(mucous membranes and skin turgor)
What behavior is common in a 4 year old? - ANSWER-Aggressive
behavior is common, they enjoy telling stories.
,What initial symptom is common for a newborn to exhibit with
positive HIV? - ANSWER-Persistent cold-respiratory tract infections
are common, less ability to defend body
Why must the heart rate be monitored during an NG tube insertion for
a 3-month old? - ANSWER-HR may decrease because of vagal nerve
stimulation
How to determine calorie requirement for an infant? - ANSWER-108
cals/kg/day
Common risk factor for a child with developmental dysplasia of the
hip? - ANSWER-Infant in breech position
What is often done prior to any invasive procedure for children with
valvular damage? – ANSWER-Prophylactic antibiotics
What is priority nursing intervention for a child with polycythemia? -
ANSWER-Maintain adequate fluid hydration.
What part of the child's body is bigger compared to an adults? -
ANSWER-Head and neck
What is the most common cause of acquired aplastic anemia? -
ANSWER-Exposure to certain drugs
, At what age is the infant able to lift and control its head? - ANSWER-3-
4 months
What is the proper way to administer eardrops to a child? - ANSWER-
Pulled down and back
Earliest sign of hydrocephalus in an infant? - ANSWER-Irritability and
poor feeding
In children, what is always the initial sign of respiratory distress? -
ANSWER-Restlessness r/t decreasing amts of circulating oxygen
A patient with laryngotracheobronchitis cannot speak anymore. What
may this indicate? - ANSWER-The condition is worsening--impending
airway obstruction.
Risk for respiratory arrest secondary to edema and inflammation.
What breath sound is common with laryngotracheobronchitis? -
ANSWER-Inspiratory stridor
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