When Caring for a Child with Probable Appendicitis, the Nurse

question 7

Multiple Choice

When caring for a child with probable appendicitis, the nurse should be alert to recognize that which of the following is a sign of perforation?

• A)Bradycardia
• B)Anorexia
• C)Sudden relief from pain
• D)Decreased abdominal distention

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Definitions:

External Ear

Portion of the ear that includes the auricle and external acoustic meatus; terminates at the eardrum.

Depth Perception

Ability to distinguish between near and far objects and to judge their distance.

Pupillary Dilation

The enlargement of the pupil, controlled by the muscular iris, in response to low light conditions or other factors.

Vitamin D

A fat-soluble vitamin essential for maintaining normal calcium metabolism and bone health.