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ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
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A 2-month-old infant with heart failure receiving furosemide
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A nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant who has heart failure and is receiving furosemide. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Sunken anterior fontanel. In a 2-month-old infant with heart failure receiving furosemide, dehydration is a concern. A sunken fontanel indicates dehydration, which can worsen heart failure. It is the nurse's priority to address dehydration to prevent further complications. The other options are less urgent: A high heart rate (
A) can be expected with heart failure, negative doll's eye reflex (
B) is not a priority in this situation, and a slightly elevated potassium level (
D) is within normal range for an infant.
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