A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

A. Jacket restraints are typically used to secure a child's arms during procedures. They are not specifically designed for venipuncture in infants.
B. Elbow restraints are used to secure the child's elbows, often during procedures involving the upper body. They are not typically used for venipuncture.
C. The mummy restraint is specifically designed to secure an infant's arms during venipuncture. It wraps the arms snugly, allowing access to the veins while minimizing movement.
D. Mitten restraints are used to prevent the child from manipulating equipment or accessing areas that should be restricted. They are not designed for venipuncture procedures.

A. This is the correct intervention. Encouraging the toddler to use an incentive spirometer helps promote lung expansion and prevent atelectasis (collapsed lung tissue), which is
important for postoperative respiratory function.

B. Placing a cooling blanket on the toddler is not a standard intervention following routine surgery. It's important to monitor the toddler's temperature and use appropriate measures if they experience hyperthermia.

C. Administering IV dantrolene sodium is used for the treatment of malignant hyperthermia, a rare but life-threatening reaction to certain medications used during anesthesia. It is not a routine postoperative intervention.

D. Aspirin is generally not recommended for pain relief in children due to the risk of Reye's syndrome. Other pain management options, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, are typically used for postoperative pain in children.