In Performing a Respiratory Assessment of a 1-Month-Old Infant, the Nurse

question 35

Multiple Choice

In performing a respiratory assessment of a 1-month-old infant, the nurse recognizes which finding as abnormal?

• A) Sneezing
• B) Coughing
• C) Abdominal breathing
• D) Predominantly nose breathing

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Definitions:

Sigmoid Colon

The part of the large intestine closest to the rectum and anus, curving like an "S."

Paralytic Ileus

A temporary paralysis of the intestinal wall that halts food movement, causing abdominal bloating and discomfort.

Hemicolectomy

A surgical procedure that involves the removal of one side of the colon.

Pinworms

Small, parasitic worms that primarily infect the human intestine, particularly in children, leading to itching and discomfort.