ATI RN
ATI Nur 223a Sect 4 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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Child who is experiencing status asthmaticus.
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A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing status asthmaticus. Which of the following interventions is the priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Administer a short-acting beta-agonist (SAB
A). In status asthmaticus, a life-threatening condition, immediate bronchodilation is crucial to improve airflow and oxygenation. SABAs like albuterol act quickly to open airways, providing rapid relief. Administering an inhaled glucocorticoid (
A) may be necessary for long-term management but is not the priority in an acute exacerbation. Obtaining a peak flow reading (
B) can provide objective data but does not address the urgent need for bronchodilation. Determining the cause of the exacerbation (
D) is important but not as urgent as providing immediate treatment to relieve airway constriction.
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