NCLEX RN Free Practice Questions Practice Question
A 2-year-old boy is in the hospital outpatient department for observation after falling out of his crib and hitting his head. The nurse calls the physician to report:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Perineal irritation needs to be addressed, but it is probably not necessary to call the physician. This fall in pulse rate remains within normal limits and is probably insignificant. It is important to monitor for continued change. This rise in pulse rate is probably not significant, but it is important to monitor for continued change. This temperature is above normal limits and needs medical investigation. It may or may not be related to the head injury.
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