A 12-Hour-Old Infant Is Experiencing Respiratory Distress, and the Neonatologist

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Multiple Choice

A 12-hour-old infant is experiencing respiratory distress, and the neonatologist orders a heel stick to assess the infant's oxygenation status. What action should the therapist take at this time?

• A) Perform the heel stick as ordered.
• B) Instead of using the newborn's heel, the therapist should use a finger as the site.
• C) Inform the physician that this procedure is inappropriate at this time.
• D) Explain to the doctor that an arterial puncture procedure is appropriate.

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