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A nurse is caring for a toddler on a pediatric unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A.

Initiate passive range of motion exercises.

B.

Administer aspirin PRN for pain.

C.

Offer the toddler an electronic tablet with games.

D.

Place a warm pack on joints prior to activity.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Passive range of motion exercises are contraindicated during acute joint swelling and bleeding, as they can exacerbate bleeding into the joints (hemarthrosis).
B. Aspirin is contraindicated as it can impair platelet function and worsen bleeding in clients with bleeding disorders.
C.Offering an electronic tablet helps to distract the toddler and prevent unnecessary movement, which could worsen joint bleeding or discomfort.
D. Warm packs are contraindicated during acute joint swelling; cold packs should be used to reduce bleeding and swelling.


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. "Flat anterior fontanel." A sunken anterior fontanel, not flat, is a sign of severe dehydration in infants.
B. "Dry, hot skin." Dry skin is a symptom of dehydration, but "hot" skin may indicate fever rather than severe dehydration.
C. "Loss of 5% of weight." A 5% weight loss indicates mild dehydration; severe dehydration is characterized by a weight loss of 10% or more.
D. "Absence of tears when crying." Absence of tears is a reliable indicator of severe dehydration in infants.

Correct Answer is ["B","E"]

Explanation

A. "Bounding peripheral pulses." Bounding pulses are not characteristic of Tetralogy of Fallot. Instead, pulses may be normal or diminished, depending on the severity of the defect.
B. "Cyanotic spells." Tetralogy of Fallot causes decreased oxygenation, leading to periodic cyanotic episodes, particularly during crying or feeding ("tet spells").
C. "Stridor." Stridor is associated with upper airway obstructions, not cardiac defects like Tetralogy of Fallot.
D. "Anemia." Anemia is not a primary finding in Tetralogy of Fallot. Polycythemia (increased red blood cells) is more common due to chronic hypoxia.
E. "Heart murmur." A systolic murmur is common due to the pulmonary stenosis and ventricular septal defect associated with Tetralogy of Fallot.

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