ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
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School-age child who weighs 20 kg (44 lb) postoperative with chest tubes
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A nurse is caring for a school-age child who weighs 20 kg (44 lb) and is postoperative with chest tubes in place. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Chest tube drainage of 200 mL in 1 hr. This finding should be reported to the provider because it indicates excessive chest tube drainage, which could signal a complication such as hemorrhage or fluid imbalance that needs immediate intervention. Other choices are not as concerning:
A) Respiratory rate within normal limits,
C) Serous drainage is expected postoperatively,
D) Fluctuation in water-sealed chamber is normal. Reporting excessive chest tube drainage helps prevent further complications.
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