When assessing neonates, the nurse will keep in mind that children with arteriovenous malformation will have which of the following initial signs?
a. altered state of consciousness
b. pallor to pale jaundice, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite
c. congestive heart failure, cardiomegaly, and a cerebral bruit
d. significant difference in blood pressure in the left and right arms
C
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A Incorrect. An altered state of consciousness is not an initial sign in children with arteriovenous malformation.
B Incorrect. The initial signs in children with arteriovenous malformation do not include pallor to pale jaundice, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite.
C Correct. The initial signs in children with arteriovenous malformation include congestive heart failure, cardiomegaly, and a cerebral bruit.
D Incorrect. The initial sign in children with arteriovenous malformation does not include significant difference in blood pressure in the left and right arms.
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