Practice Question
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a preschool-age child who has acute acetylsalicylic acid poisoning. Which of the following should the nurse expect?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Hyperpyrexia.
Rationale:
🟡 Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) toxicity leads to uncoupling of oxidative phosphorylation, resulting in increased body temperature (hyperpyrexia).
🟡 Other signs include tinnitus, vomiting, metabolic acidosis, and altered mental status.
🟡 Children are particularly susceptible to Reye syndrome if aspirin is used during viral infections.
🟡 Hyperpyrexia can lead to seizures or brain injury if not treated promptly.
🟡 Immediate cooling and alkalinization of urine may be part of management.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Maternal & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4