ATI RN
ATI Nur 307 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a child diagnosed with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).
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Which of the following statements should be included in the discussion about factors causing or increasing the risk of DIC in children? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
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Answer: B, D, E
B: Risk factors of DIC in children include cancer and chemotherapy.
- Cancer and chemotherapy are known risk factors for DIC as they can disrupt the balance of coagulation factors in the body, leading to abnormal clotting and bleeding.
D: The most common cause of DIC in children is sepsis.
- Sepsis is a major trigger for DIC in children due to the widespread activation of coagulation pathways and inflammation in response to severe infection.
E: We have to treat the underlying cause to fix DIC.
- Treating the underlying cause is crucial in managing DIC as it addresses the root issue that triggered the coagulation abnormalities, helping normalize the clotting process and improve outcomes.
Incorrect choices:
A: DIC occurs only in school-age children.
- This statement is incorrect as DIC can occur in children of all ages, including infants and adolescents, not just limited to school-age children.
C: Lyme disease is a risk factor for DIC.
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