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    ATI RN Paediatrics Nursing Proctored Exam 2023

    A nurse is assessing a 7-year-old child who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of hypoglycemia?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Decreased appetite is more likely to occur with hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), not hypoglycemia. B. Shakiness is a common sign of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), which can occur in children with diabetes. Immediate action is required to treat hypoglycemia. C. Increased capillary refill is a sign of improved circulation, which is not associated with hypoglycemia. D. Thirst is typically a sign of hyperglycemia, not hypoglycemia.

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