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    Ati pn paediatrics nursing proctored exam 2023

    A nurse is monitoring the vital signs of a 6-year-old child following a surgical procedure. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. A heart rate of 59 bpm is incorrect and should be reported. A normal heart rate for a 6-year-old child is typically between 70 and 120 beats per minute while awake. A rate of 59 bpm is significantly low (bradycardiA. and may indicate complications such as increased intracranial pressure, hypoxia, or an adverse reaction to anesthesia or medications. B. A respiratory rate of 24/min is correct and does not require reporting. The normal respiratory rate for a child this age ranges from 18 to 30 breaths per minute, making this finding within normal limits. C. An axillary temperature of 37.3°C (99.1°F) is correct and does not require reporting. This temperature is within the expected range for a child and does not indicate fever or infection. D. A blood pressure of 96/58 mmHg is correct and does not require reporting. This value is within the normal range for a 6-year-old, as children of this age typically have a systolic blood pressure between 80 and 110 mmHg.

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