The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) is exami…
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) is examining a 2-year-old infant and auscultates a wide fixed split S. What condition may this finding represent? Atrial septal defect (ASD) Correct Coarctation of the aorta (COA) Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
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A school-age child has frequent nosebleeds. Nasal visualization reveals fresh clots and excoriated nasal mucosa but no visible site of bleeding. Coagulation studies are normal. In spite of symptomatic measures, the child continues to have nosebleeds. What is the next course of action? Recommend use of dehumidifier. Order a topical vasoconstrictor medication. Prescribe a barrier agent such as petrolatum jelly. Refer to an otolaryngologist for further evaluation. Correct
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