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RN ATI Pediatric Nursing Exam (70 NGN Questions with Answers) Questions
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A nurse is caring for a child who has had a lumbar puncture.
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The nurse should monitor the child for which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Headache. In pediatric patients, headaches can be indicative of serious underlying conditions such as meningitis or increased intracranial pressure. Monitoring for headaches is crucial for early detection and intervention. Nuchal rigidity when standing (
A) is more indicative of meningitis in adults. Double vision (
B) is more associated with neurological issues. Pain in the posterior iliac crest (
D) is not typically a complication that requires monitoring in children.
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