ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam NURS 243 Spring 2014 Questions
Extract:
A 6-year-old who just had a tonsillectomy.
Question 1 of 5
What instructions must the nurse include in the post-operative discharge instruction for a 6-year-old who just had a tonsillectomy?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: The correct answer includes instructions on pain management (
A), monitoring for signs of dehydration and need for adequate nutrition (
A), reporting of mild ear pain or foul breath (
B), dietary restrictions (
C), and reassurance about scab formation (
D). Pain control is crucial post-tonsillectomy to ensure adequate intake of fluids and prevent dehydration (
A). Monitoring for ear pain or foul breath is important as they may indicate secondary issues post-surgery (
B). Dietary restrictions help prevent injury to the surgical site (
C). Informing about scab formation reassures the parent about normal healing process (
D). Other choices are incorrect as they do not address essential post-operative care aspects.
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