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ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
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A child with heart failure
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A nurse is assessing a child who has heart failure. Which of the following findings is a clinical manifestation associated with this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Tachypnea. In heart failure, the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to inadequate oxygenation. Tachypnea occurs as the body compensates for decreased cardiac output by increasing respiratory rate to improve oxygen delivery. Increased appetite (
B) is not a typical manifestation of heart failure, as patients often experience poor appetite due to fluid retention and abdominal discomfort. Tremors (
C) are not directly related to heart failure but may be seen in conditions like hyperthyroidism. Bradycardia (
D) is a slow heart rate, which is not characteristic of heart failure, where tachycardia is more common due to the body's compensatory mechanisms.
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