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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Pediatrics

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An infant was diagnosed of Tetralogy of Fallot. The nurse assessed that the infant is underweight. What could be the reason behind this problem:

recurrent respiratory infections due to pulmonary hypertension.
Polycythemia brought by a decreased in the level of arterial PO2.
deficient caloric intake due to activity intolerance.
Cerebral changes due to cyanosis.

Explanation

Answer: C - Inadequate weight gain happens because the infant tires very easily, sufficient calories cannot be ingested to meet the nutritional needs. Other options do occur but they are indirectly related to weight gain.

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