Pediatric HESI #2 latest updated exam (100% pass guaranteed)
The mother of a school age child asks if her child has lice due to not
... [Show More] washing frequently enough. What is the best response for the nurse to make
A. lice spread easily due to close proximity not poor hygiene
B. Frequently washing of the head can help prevent lice
C. soaking combs and brushes in pediculicide shampoo can help prevent infection
D. The only way to prevent lice is to teach your child not to share combs and hats -
The RN in the clinic is providing f/up instructions for a child diagnosed w/ nonbullous impetigo. Which are important for the RN to include in the teaching SATA
a. complete all antibx as ordered
b. the child may return to school as soon as the antibx are started
c. the lesions should remain open to air for healing
d. trim fingernails to prevent scratching
e. honey colored crusting is normal and will resolve -
The RN observes a new mother care for a newborn experiencing diaper rash. For which action should the RN intervene
a. She changes the diaper frequently
b. She washes the skin area w/ mild soap
c. She sprinkles baby powder over the area
d. she leaves the skin area open to air for 15 mins -
The RN is preparing teaching material on the removal of head lice for a community health program. Which information should the RN include
a. remove nits w/ a hairbrush
b. clean all bedding in cold water and bleach
c. place objects that cannot be laundered in a plastic bag
d. spray the floor + furniture with pesticide -
during a community fair a toddler is burned w/ a hot coal from a grill. Which action should the RN take
a. apply ice to the area
b. place the area in cool water
c. break the blisters and apply ice over the area
d/ wash the area w/ large amounts of warm water -
The RN is visiting a home of a client who delivered a full term infant 2 days ago. For which home safety observation should the RN make a recommendation
a. a guardrail placed in front of the fireplace
b.smoke alarms installed and functioning in all rooms
c. a fire extinguisher located at the entrance to the kitchen
d. the mother holds the infant while pouring water for hot tea -
the RN is providing parent education about how to best treat a diaper rash. Which statement made by the parents indicate that they need further teaching
a. I should only change the babys diaper once per day
b. I should apply a protective cream to the diaper area
c. I should let the diaper area dry for a few mins before applying a new diaper
d. I should monitor for signs of infection if the diaper rash is severe -
A RN is providing education to parents of school children w/ pediculosis capitis. Which statement about treating pediculosis if made by the parent would indicate a need for further teaching
a. we will be sure to wash my childs bedding after using the shampoo
b. my childs toys will need to be bagged for at least 2 weeks and the nwashed
c. my child will need to continue to use the shampoo for 2mos
d. we will soak our childs combs and brushes in hot water and the shampoo -
A RN is reviewing home care instructions to parents of a child diagnosed w/ cellulitis of the forearm. Which important teaching about cellulitis should be included in the home care instructions
a. cellulitis is an auto-immune disorder
b. Cellulitis is always caused by MRSA
c. parents and caregicers should seek medical help for increased fever or for increasing redness, streaking and pain and swelling at the infection site
d. cellulitis always needs to be treated w/ IV antibx [Show Less]