When Assessing a Preterm Infant, the Nurse Observes Nasal Flaring

question 22

Multiple Choice

When assessing a preterm infant, the nurse observes nasal flaring, sternal retractions, and expiratory grunting. These findings are indicative of:

• A) Respiratory distress syndrome
• B) Postmaturity syndrome
• C) Apneic episode
• D) Cold stress

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Definitions:

Fossil Evidence

Refers to physical remnants or imprints of organisms from past geological ages, preserved in rocks and sediments, which provide insights into historical biological life and evolutionary processes.

Bipedalism

A special form of locomotion on two feet found in humans and their ancestors.

Locomotion

The capacity or act of moving from one place to another, utilizing various bodily movements across different species.

Hominoid Fossil

A fossil belonging to the Hominidae family, which includes modern humans, their direct ancestors, and other close relatives.