ATI RN
ATI Nur232g Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a child who is 2 hr postoperative following a tonsillectomy.
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A nurse is caring for a child who is 2 hr postoperative following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following fluid items should the nurse offer the child at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Crushed ice. After a tonsillectomy, the child may experience throat pain and swelling. Offering crushed ice can help soothe the throat, reduce pain, and prevent bleeding by constricting blood vessels. Cranberry and orange juice are acidic and may irritate the surgical site. Vanilla milkshake is too thick and may be difficult for the child to swallow.
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