LPN Pediatric Cardiovascular Disorders Nursing Related

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A 10-year-old has undergone a cardiac catheterization. At the end of the procedure, the nurse should first assess:

  • A. Pain
  • B. Pulses
  • C. Hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
  • D. Catheterization report
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Checking pulses—especially in the canulated extremity—assures perfusion to that extremity and is the priority postprocedure.