HESI RN
RN HESI Pediatrics Exam 2 Questions
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Cardiac catheterization performed; ventricular septal defect closed with mesh
Admit to the pediatric floor for observation
Check pedal pulses every 4 hours
Nothing by mouth
Place the child on a continuous cardiopulmonary monitor
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What two orders would the nurse question?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Checking pedal pulses every 4 hours is too infrequent post-catheterization; more frequent monitoring is needed. Lactated Ringer's at 66 mL/hr while NPO requires clarification due to fluid balance concerns in cardiac patients.
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