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Pediatric HESI Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the safest fluid to avoid in rehydration therapy?✔✔Fruit juice
What is the best nursing intervention when a dehydrated child refuses oral fluids?✔✔Offer oral rehydration solution in small frequent amounts with a spoon or syringe
Which electrolyte imbalance is common in dehydration caused by diarrhea?✔✔Hyponatremia
What is the most important nursing assessment in a dehydrated infant with diarrhea?✔✔Frequency and consistency of stools
Which clinical sign indicates worsening dehydration in a child?✔✔Decreased tear production 1 / 3
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Which parameter best reflects severity of dehydration?✔✔Percentage of body weight lost
What is the recommended first-line therapy for moderate dehydration in children?✔✔Oral rehydration therapy
What is the most serious potential complication of severe dehydration?✔✔Seizures and shock
Which physical sign is the most accurate in determining fluid loss in infants?✔✔Daily weight change
What is the appropriate nursing action for a child with mild dehydration and no vomiting?✔✔Encourage oral rehydration solution
Which vital sign change is most consistent with dehydration in children?✔✔Increased heart rate 2 / 3
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What is the best way to prevent dehydration in children with diarrhea?✔✔Early initiation of oral rehydration solution
What is the first sign of effective oral rehydration therapy in a child?✔✔Improved activity and alertness
Which symptom suggests that a child is progressing to severe dehydration?✔✔Minimal urine output
What should parents be taught to monitor at home in a child recovering from dehydration?✔✔Number of wet diapers or voids
Which intervention prevents recurrence of dehydration in children with gastroenteritis?✔✔Continued feeding with oral rehydration solution after each stool or vomit
What is the most reliable method to assess fluid status in a dehydrated child?✔✔Daily weight measurement
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