During a Respiratory Assessment of an Infant with Respiratory Distress

question 6

Multiple Choice

During a respiratory assessment of an infant with respiratory distress syndrome,a sinking in the supraclavicular and intercostal areas of the thorax was noted with inspiration.This observation is documented as:

• A) Grunting
• B) Tachypnea
• C) Retractions
• D) Nasal flaring

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Definitions:

Positive Symptoms

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