Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
2-year-old child at well-child visit, vital signs: Respiratory rate 26/min, Pulse rate 98/min, Blood pressure 118/74 mm Hg, Temperature 37.2°CA nurse in a provider's office is assessing the vital signs of a 2-year-old child at a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Blood pressure of 118/74 mm Hg is elevated for a 2-year-old, indicating a potential health issue.