ATI RN
ATI Nur232g Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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A nurse is monitoring a child for manifestations of hemorrhage following a tonsillectomy.
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A nurse is monitoring a child for manifestations of hemorrhage following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of this postoperative complication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Frequent swallowing. Following a tonsillectomy, frequent swallowing can indicate hemorrhage as blood may be trickling down the throat. This manifestation is concerning as it suggests ongoing bleeding postoperatively. Mouth breathing (choice
A) may be expected due to nasal congestion post-surgery. Reports of thirst (choice
B) are common due to mouth breathing and dry oral mucosa. Reports of pain (choice
D) are expected post-tonsillectomy but do not specifically indicate hemorrhage.
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