A child has returned to the postsurgical floor after having had a tonsillectomy. Which assessment finding should the nurse report to the physician?
a. Vomiting bright red blood
b. Pain at the surgical site
c. Pain on swallowing
d. The ability to only take small sips of liquids
A
Vomiting bright red blood and swallowing frequently are signs of bleeding postoperatively and should be reported to the physician. It is normal for the child to have pain at the surgical site and on swallowing. Only clear liquids are offered immediately after surgery, and small sips would be preferred.
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