ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 II Questions
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History and Physical: 5-year-old male, 18 kg (39.7 lb), Admitted following a motor-vehicle crash Surgical procedure: L leg open reduction and fixation, L arm closed reduction and fixation
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A nurse is caring for a child who is 2 hr postoperative. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Compare the child's pedal pulses. This is the first action the nurse should take to assess the child's circulation status postoperatively. Checking pedal pulses helps determine peripheral perfusion and any possible complications like decreased blood flow. Assessing pain (
A) is important but not the priority for circulation assessment. Rechecking temperature (
B) is not a priority unless there are specific concerns. Determining sedation level (
C) is important but secondary to assessing circulation.
Therefore, comparing pedal pulses is the first step to ensure adequate perfusion and detect any potential issues.
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