PA Recertifying Exam PANRE Practice Exam

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When assessing a child with tetralogy of Fallot, which of the following assessment findings is expected?
  1. Poor growth and development
  2. Higher increase in blood pressures in the upper extremities than with the lower extremities
  3. Clubbing of fingers and toes
  4. Machine-like murmur
Explanation
Answer - C - Clubbing of fingers and toes is caused by chronic hypoxia, which occurs with tetralogy of Fallot. Growth and development appear normal in children with the condition. Increased blood pressures in the upper extremities are seen in coarctation of aorta. Machine-like murmurs occur in patent ductus arteriosus.
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