ATI RN
ATI Nur307 Pediatrics Nursing Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a child who is admitted with suspected acute appendicitis.
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Which of the following manifestations should indicate to the nurse that the child's appendix is perforated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Sudden decrease in abdominal pain. A perforated appendix can lead to a sudden decrease in pain due to leakage of infectious material into the peritoneal cavity, causing irritation of the diaphragm. This sudden relief is known as a "classic sign" of a perforated appendix. Low-grade fever (
B) and absent Rovsing's sign (
C) are not specific indicators of a perforated appendix. Rovsing's sign is elicited by palpating the left lower quadrant, causing pain in the right lower quadrant. A flaccid abdomen (
D) is not typically associated with a perforated appendix, which usually presents with rebound tenderness and guarding.
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