Pediatric nursing · practice question
An infant has nasal flaring, grunting, retractions, and SpO2 89%. Which action is the priority?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. Position for airway, administer oxygen per protocol, and notify the provider.
Why
Pediatric respiratory distress with hypoxemia is an airway/breathing priority before teaching or nonurgent tasks.
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