Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a child with coarctation of the aorta. On assessment the nurse finds stronger pulses in the upper extremities than in the lower extremities. The blood pressure In the child's arms is higher than in the child's legs.Which of the following is a priority Intervention the nurse should implement?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Notify the cardiologist of the findings. This is the priority intervention as it involves communicating critical information to the physician responsible for the child's care. By notifying the cardiologist, the nurse ensures timely medical decision-making and potential interventions. Administering antibiotics (A) may be necessary but is not the immediate priority. Continuing to monitor for complications (B) is important but does not address the need for immediate action. Preparing for balloon angioplasty (C) is a treatment option that would require the cardiologist's approval, making notifying the cardiologist of findings the more urgent step.