ATI RN
ATI Nur235 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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Pediatric client following a tonsillectomy.
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A nurse is closely monitoring a pediatric client following a tonsillectomy. Which finding would alert the nurse to a postoperative complication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Frequent swallowing. This finding may indicate bleeding, which is a common postoperative complication after tonsillectomy. The nurse should assess for other signs of bleeding such as increased heart rate, pallor, and restlessness. A: Dry mouth is a common postoperative symptom and is not necessarily indicative of a complication. B: Reports of mild to moderate pain are expected after surgery and do not necessarily indicate a complication. C: Dried flecks of blood in oral secretions may be expected in the immediate postoperative period and are not necessarily indicative of active bleeding.
Therefore, choice D is the correct answer as it raises concern for a postoperative complication.
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