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ATI Pediatrics Quiz Questions
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A 10-year-old child following a cardiac catheterization.
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A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a child who 10-year-old child following a cardiac catheterization. Which of the medications should the nurse expect to administer first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Albuterol. After cardiac catheterization, the child may experience bronchospasm due to the procedure or anesthesia. Albuterol is a bronchodilator that helps relieve bronchospasm quickly, ensuring adequate oxygenation. Fluticasone and budesonide are corticosteroids used for long-term asthma management, not for immediate relief. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist, also used for maintenance therapy in asthma.
Therefore, administering Albuterol first is crucial for managing potential bronchospasm effectively.
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