A Preterm Infant in the NICU Is Receiving Oxygen,and the Nurse

question 31

Multiple Choice

A preterm infant in the NICU is receiving oxygen,and the nurse notes that the oxygen saturation is 98%.Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) Call respiratory therapy to draw an arterial blood gas.
• B) Document the findings and continue to monitor.
• C) Lower the infant's oxygen concentration and reassess.
• D) See if the infant can tolerate more stimulation and activity.

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