Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider after reviewing a child's medical record?

In the context of a child's medical record, arterial blood gases are crucial indicators of a patient's respiratory and metabolic function. If there are any abnormal findings in the arterial blood gases, it can signify significant issues such as respiratory failure, metabolic acidosis, or alkalosis, which may require immediate medical intervention. High or low pH levels, elevated carbon dioxide, or low oxygen levels can all present critical situations for the child’s health.

On the other hand, cardiovascular assessments, hemoglobin levels, and oxygen saturation levels, while still important, typically do not indicate the same immediate level of concern as abnormal arterial blood gases. Each of these assessments provides valuable information regarding a child's overall health and circulation status but may not necessarily warrant urgent reporting unless they are significantly abnormal. Therefore, if the arterial blood gas results indicate any abnormalities, it is essential for the nurse to promptly report those findings to the healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.