Pediatric HESI / HESI Pediatric Exam Review. Latest 2021
Pediatric HESI / HESI Pediatric Exam Review. Latest 2021 1. When caring for a child with congenital heart disease and polycythemia, which nursing action has the highest priority? A. Administering oxygen therapy continuously B. Restricting fluids as ordered C. Maintaining adequate hydration D. Maintaining digoxin levels Rationale: The key word in this question is polycythemia. Hydration decreases blood viscosity and the risk for thrombus formation, the most common complication of polycythemia. Options A and D are nursing interventions for the cardiac client but do not treat polycythemia. Fluid intake should be increased, not restricted.
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