Which Action Is Appropriate When the Nurse Is Assessing Breath

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which action is appropriate when the nurse is assessing breath sounds of an 18-month-old crying child?

• A) Ask the parent to quiet the child so the nurse can listen.
• B) Auscultate breath sounds and chart that the child was crying.
• C) Let the child play with the stethoscope for distraction.
• D) Document that data are not available because of crying.

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Definitions:

Predators

Organisms that hunt and consume other organisms (prey) for food.

Flight

The act of moving through the air using wings or other mechanisms, as observed in birds, insects, and some machines.

Bison

Large bovine animals native to North America and Europe, known for their significant role in the ecosystem and cultural history.

Herbivory

An animal feeds on plants or plant parts.