What Is the Appropriate Priority Nursing Action for the Infant

question 13

Multiple Choice

What is the appropriate priority nursing action for the infant with a CHD who has an increased respiratory rate,is sweating,and is not feeding well?

• A) Recheck the infant's blood pressure.
• B) Alert the provider.
• C) Withhold oral feeding.
• D) Increase the oxygen rate.

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