A child has been brought to the emergency room with injuries from an automobile accident. The child is crying, moaning, and thrashing about on the bed, but is unable to move one leg
The nurse suspects that the child is in severe pain and anticipates which of the following will be ordered for this client? 1. Electrolyte panel
2. X-rays of the limbs
3. Barium enema
4. PET scan
2. X-rays of the limbs
Rationale:
There are a few tests that can help the medical team determine the source of the client's discomfort. In this case, an X-Ray will help determine if the client has any broken bones that may be causing the pain. An electrolyte panel will not help determine the source of the pain. Barium enema will determine GI abnormalities and sources of pain but are not in evidence in this case. PET is a scan that helps determine the functioning of tissues.
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