Congenital Heart Disease

Congenital Heart Disease ( 40 Questions)

A nurse is caring for a child with congenital heart disease who presents with clubbing of the fingers and toes. What should the nurse recognize about this clinical manifestation?


Correct Answer: C

A) This option is incorrect. Clubbing of the fingers and toes is not a normal developmental finding in infants and young children. It can indicate an underlying health issue.

B) This option is incorrect. While chronic respiratory issues may cause clubbing, it is specifically related to congenital heart diseases and chronic low oxygen levels.

C) Correct answer. Clubbing of the fingers and toes can indicate chronic low oxygen levels and impaired cardiac function in children with congenital heart diseases. It is a result of changes in the blood vessels and tissues due to inadequate oxygenation.

D) This option is incorrect. Clubbing of the fingers and toes is not commonly observed during adolescence, and it is not temporary. It can persist if the underlying heart condition is not adequately managed.




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