The Nurse Is Caring for a Neonate with a Suspected

question 57

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a neonate with a suspected tracheoesophageal fistula. What nursing care should be included?

• A) Elevate the head but give nothing by mouth.
• B) Elevate the head for feedings.
• C) Feed glucose water only.
• D) Avoid suctioning unless infant is cyanotic.

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