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Coya19@aol.com · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which explanation regarding cardiac catheterization is appropriate for a preschool child?

a. Postural drainage will be performed every 4 to 6 hours after the test.
b. It is necessary to be completely asleep during the test.
c. The test is short, usually taking less than 1 hour.
d. When the procedure is done, you will have to keep your leg straight for at least 4 hours.

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a child after a cardiac catheterization. Which complication should the nurse be assessing for?

a. Cardiac arrhythmia
b. Hypostatic pneumonia
c. Heart failure
d. Rapidly increasing blood pressure

ynlevi · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The child's leg will have to be maintained in a straight position for approximately 4 hours. Younger children can be held in the parent's lap with the leg maintained in the correct position. Postural drainage will not be performed unless the child has corresponding pulmonary problems. The child should be sedated to lie still, but being completely asleep is not necessary. The test will vary in length of time from start to finish.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Because a catheter is introduced into the heart, a risk exists of catheter-induced dysrhythmias occurring during the procedure. These are usually transient. Hypostatic pneumonia, heart failure, and rapidly increasing blood pressure are not risks usually associated with cardiac catheterization.