ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
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Nurses Notes 1800
Left leg is in splint with elastic bandage. Left leg is elevated on two pillows Child rates pain as 7 on the FACES pain scale Bilateral pedal pulses are equal present, and strong. Toes are warm bilaterally with brisk capillary refill Left toes are swollen Child is able to move left toes upon request but is reluctant to move them and states, it hurts when I move them Left foot skin color is slightly lighter than the right foot. Informed consent signed by child's parent for open reduction internal fixation of left femur fracture after discussion with provider
Child remains NPO prior to surgery
A 20-gauge IV is infusing in the left antecubital with 5 dextrose
in 0.45% sodium chloride in fusing at 63 mls per continuous Infusion.
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Left leg is in splint with elastic bandage. Left leg is elevated on two pillows. Child is now crying and inconsolable. Rates pale as 10 on the FACES pain scale
Pedal pulse in the left leg is 1. Left toes are cool to touch.
capillary refill is greater than 3 seconds, toes remain swollen. Child refuses to move left toes due to pain. Reports sensation of pins and needles in left foot. Left foot skin color is slightly lighter than the right foot
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A nurse is assisting in the care of a 6 year old child who preoperative for repair of a fractured femur. For each finding, specify whether no change or worsening.
| Options | No changes in condition | Sign of potential worsening |
|---|---|---|
| Skin temperature | ||
| Capillary refill | ||
| Pedal pulse | ||
| Sensation | ||
| Swelling |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: A (Worsening), B (Worsening), C (Worsening), D (Worsening), E (No change)
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