A nurse is assisting with the care of a 5 month-old infant who was just admitted to the pediatric unit Exhibits For each potential provider's prescription, click to specify if the potential prescription is anticipated or contraindicated for the infant.

Maintain infant on continuous pulse oximetry: Continuous monitoring of oxygen saturation is essential for assessing the infant's respiratory status. Maintain infant in supine position: Keeping the infant in a supine position is generally safe and helps with monitoring and care. Offer small, frequent feedings: Small, frequent feedings can help maintain the infant's nutritional status and prevent dehydration. Monitor intake and output: Monitoring intake and output is crucial for assessing the infant's fluid balance and overall health. Initiate a peripheral IV line: Establishing IV access is important for administering medications and fluids as needed. Provider prescription Anticipated Contraindicated Maintain infant on continuous pulse oximetry. ✓ Maintain infant in supine position. ✓ Offer small, frequent feedings. ✓ Monitor intake and output. ✓ Initiate a peripheral IV line. ✓ Prepare the infant for a chest x-ray. ✓