Following Surgery for Pyloric Stenosis,an Infant Awoke from Anesthesia Hungry

question 21

Multiple Choice

Following surgery for pyloric stenosis,an infant awoke from anesthesia hungry and crying.What is the most appropriate nursing action?

• A) Delay feeding the child for 6 hours.
• B) Offer regular formula thinned with water.
• C) Give small amounts of regular formula thickened with cereal.
• D) Allow 1 ounce of glucose water at frequent intervals.

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