A 6-year-old child presents to the ED with belly pain and bl…
A 6-year-old child presents to the ED with belly pain and bluish discoloration around the gums. The parents report that the child has been easily distracted and has been complaining of a metallic taste for the past week. The nurse also learns that the family is in the process of renovating their home. What should the nurse immediately suspect is causing the child’s symptoms?
Read DetailsA pediatric patient is admitted to the ED with a traumatic b…
A pediatric patient is admitted to the ED with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that caused a loss of consciousness. The last set of vital signs showed a heart rate of 48 bpm, a BP of 148/74 mm Hg, and a respiratory rate of 12 breaths per minute and irregular. Which does the nurse suspect?
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