Which of the following outcomes is the most important for a child who has had a tonsillectomy?
a. absence of pain c. drinking sufficient water
b. bonding with the nursing staff d. no postoperative bleeding
D
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A Incorrect. Absence of pain is not the most important outcome for a child who has had a tonsillectomy.
B Incorrect. Bonding with the nursing staff is not the most important outcome for a child who has had a tonsillectomy.
C Incorrect. Drinking sufficient water is not the most important outcome for a child who has had a tonsillectomy.
D Correct. No postoperative bleeding is a critical outcome for these children because of the risk for hemorrhage following tonsillectomies.
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