ATI Paediatrics exam 1 simmons U BSN
ATI Paediatrics exam 1 simmons U BSN ( 13 Questions)
A nurse is teaching a parent of a child who has hemophilia how to control a minor bleeding episode. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?
“I will have my child rest.”: This is a correct action to take when controlling a minor bleeding episode in a child with hemophilia. Resting can help slow down the bleeding and promote clotting.
“I will compress the site.”: This is a correct action to take when controlling a minor bleeding episode in a child with hemophilia. Applying pressure to the bleeding site with a sterile gauze or cloth can help slow down the bleeding and promote clotting.
“I will elevate the affected part.”: This is a correct action to take when controlling a minor bleeding episode in a child with hemophilia. Elevating the affected part above the level of the heart can help slow down the bleeding and promote clotting.
“I will apply heat.”: This is not a correct action to take when controlling a minor bleeding episode in a child with hemophilia. Heat should not be applied to a bleeding site because it can increase blood flow to the area and make the bleeding worse. Instead, acold compress can be applied to help constrict blood vessels and slow down bleeding.