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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Neonatal

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A family has been brought into emergency following a head on automobile collision. An 8-month old baby was thrust forward and received blunt force to the thoracic area. Which of the following is most likely to give the nurse indications that there may be injury to the heart?

Arrhythmias
Swelling in the chest area
Difficulty breathing
Excessive crying

Explanation

Answer: A - Arrhythmias is likely to indicate the nurse of the injury to the heart. There can be many types of injuries sustained in an accident such as this and one of the primary concerns is if there has been any damage incurred to the heart. An Electrocardiogram (EKG) will rule out any potential cardiac injury in most cases.

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