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Practice Question

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?

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Correct Answer:

Heart rate 59/min

Rationale:

🤎 A heart rate of 59/min in a 6-year-old is considered bradycardic, and is lower than the expected range (70–110 bpm).

🤎 Bradycardia can indicate hypoxia, increased intracranial pressure, or cardiac conduction problems after surgery.

🤎 Blood pressure and respiratory rate are within expected limits for this age group.

🤎 An urgent evaluation is necessary because untreated bradycardia can lead to cardiovascular collapse.

🤎 Monitoring for additional signs such as decreased perfusion or changes in mental status is critical.

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  • Category: LPN - Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams
  • Domain: PEDIATRICS PN
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