Which clinical changes occur as a result of septic shock? a. ...

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Which clinical changes occur as a result of septic shock?
 
  a. Hypothermia c. Vasoconstriction
  b. Increased cardiac output d. Angioneurotic edema

Question 2

When caring for the child with Kawasaki disease, the nurse should understand that:
 
  a. The child's fever is usually responsive to antibiotics within 48 hours.
  b. The principal area of involvement is the joints.
  c. Aspirin is contraindicated.
  d. Therapeutic management includes administration of gamma globulin and aspirin.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Increased cardiac output, which results in warm, flushed skin, is one of the manifestations of septic shock. Fever and chills are characteristic of septic shock. Vasodilation is more common in septic shock. Angioneurotic edema occurs as a manifestation in anaphylactic shock.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
High-dose intravenous gamma globulin and aspirin therapy are indicated to reduce the incidence of coronary artery abnormalities when given within the first 10 days of the illness. The fever of Kawasaki disease is unresponsive to antibiotics and antipyretics. Involvement of mucous membranes and conjunctiva, changes in the extremities, and cardiac involvement are seen.

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