Case Study: Pediatric Cardiovascular System
Michael is a 7-week-old breastfed infant who presents with a 2-day history of irritability and poor feeding.
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Subjective Data
- Mom states patient has been “fussy” for past 2 days
- Only feeds for a “few” minutes at a time
- Breathing heavily and fast for 2 days
Objective Data
- Weight: 4.8 kg
- Vital Signs: T 36.8° C, P 250, R 65, BP 84/58
- Breath sounds clear to auscultation
- Oxygen Saturation 95%
- Central capillary refill 4 sec
19. Question 1
What is the treatment for an unstable patient with SVT?
20. Question 2
Decreased cardiac output from prolonged SVT will produce what complication?
21. Question 3
In this clinical situation what should the nurse do? Prioritize actions.
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