Congenital Heart Disease and
Cardiac Anomalies exam with
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A 2-year-old with a congenital heart defect requires home oxygen as part
of the treatment plan. What should the nurse include in the caregiver
teaching? - answer Promoting mobility while providing supplemental
oxygen
The caregivers of a 3-year-old child with congenital heart disease are
afraid to let their child play with other children because of possible
overexertion. The nurse's best reply should be based on which fact? -
answer The child needs opportunities to play with peers
The nurse is reviewing the health history and physical examination of a
child diagnosed with heart failure. What assessment findings should the
nurse expect to find? Select all that apply. - answer Crackles on lung
auscultation
Tachycardia
Tiring easily when eating
Shortness of breath when playing
A nurse is caring for a child who has been diagnosed with heart failure.
Which assessment findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply.
- answer Nasal flaring
Hypotension
Cool extremities
Peripheral edema