RN Exam Practice
Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 1177 of 2368

Which finding in a child after tonsillectomy should the nurse report to the provider first?

  1. Mild fever
  2. Frequent swallowing with bright red blood in the mouth
  3. Bad breath
  4. A feeling that something is stuck in the throat
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Correct answer: Frequent swallowing with bright red blood in the mouth

Excessive swallowing or bright red blood suggests bleeding at the surgical site. The other findings are expected after surgery.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Childhood Respiratory Disorders: Implementation (Take Action). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026