RN ATI PEDIATRIC PROCTORED EXAM
Correct Answer by Professor
: Answer: The nurse should report the following findings to the
provider:
1. Increased intercostal retractions.
2. Wheezing on inhalation and exhalation.
,3. Rhonchi in the anterior lung bases.
4. WBC count, hemoglobin level, and oxygen saturation level.
,Correct Answer by
: Increased erythrocyte sedimentation rate. Explanation
1Analyze the given information. The question asks for a potential
postoperative complication in a child with a right arm fracture
2Consider the provided options:
- Increased erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR): ESR is a blood test tha
measures the rate at which red blood cells settle to the bottom of a test
, tube. An elevated ESR can indicate inflammation, infection, or other
conditions. This is a potential complication.
- Apical pulse 92/min: A normal heart rate for a school-age child is
between 70-100 beats per minute. This pulse rate is within the normal
range and not a cause for concern.
- Respiratory rate 24/min: A normal respiratory rate for a school-age
child is between 16-20 breaths per minute. This respiratory rate is slightly
elevated but could be due to pain or anxiety. It's not necessarily a serious
complication.
- Taking an oral analgesic twice daily: This is a common practice for pain
management after surgery and not a complication
Correct Answer by Professor
: Answer: The nurse should report the following findings to the
provider:
1. Increased intercostal retractions.
2. Wheezing on inhalation and exhalation.
,3. Rhonchi in the anterior lung bases.
4. WBC count, hemoglobin level, and oxygen saturation level.
,Correct Answer by
: Increased erythrocyte sedimentation rate. Explanation
1Analyze the given information. The question asks for a potential
postoperative complication in a child with a right arm fracture
2Consider the provided options:
- Increased erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR): ESR is a blood test tha
measures the rate at which red blood cells settle to the bottom of a test
, tube. An elevated ESR can indicate inflammation, infection, or other
conditions. This is a potential complication.
- Apical pulse 92/min: A normal heart rate for a school-age child is
between 70-100 beats per minute. This pulse rate is within the normal
range and not a cause for concern.
- Respiratory rate 24/min: A normal respiratory rate for a school-age
child is between 16-20 breaths per minute. This respiratory rate is slightly
elevated but could be due to pain or anxiety. It's not necessarily a serious
complication.
- Taking an oral analgesic twice daily: This is a common practice for pain
management after surgery and not a complication
