Daily Nursing Exam Questions #0019-20
Question 0019: A 3-year-old child with congenital heart disease presents with fatigue, poor appetite, and cyanosis on exertion. The nurse notes clubbing of fingers. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?
Correct answer is A) Encourage frequent small meals. This intervention helps prevent fatigue, ensures adequate nutrition, and supports growth in a child with congenital heart disease, who may become easily exhausted during regular meals.
Question 0020: A 6-year-old is admitted with acute lymphoblastic leukemia receiving chemotherapy. The child develops a temperature of 38.5°C, neutrophil count 400/mm³. What is the nurse’s first action?
Correct answer is B) Start broad-spectrum IV antibiotics immediately. This is a medical emergency called febrile neutropenia. Prompt initiation of broad-spectrum IV antibiotics is critical to prevent sepsis in immunocompromised children.
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