The nurse caring for a child with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) would identify which of the following as being a priority nursing intervention for this child?
1. Frequent ambulation
2. Maintenance of skin integrity
3. Monitoring of fluid restriction
4. Preparation for radiograph procedures
2. Maintenance of skin integrity
Rationale:
Impairment of skin integrity can lead to bleeding in DIC. The child with DIC should be placed on bed rest. Fluids need to be monitored but will not be restricted. DIC is not diagnosed with radiograph examination but by serum lab studies.
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