A nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant who has Hirschsprung disease (HD). Which of the following areas should the nurse assess for manifestations of HD? (You will find hot spots to select in the artwork below. Select only the hot spot that corresponds to your answer.)

A. Incorrect. HD does not affect the eyes. B. Incorrect. HD does not affect the respiratory system or cause chest manifestations. C. Correct. Hirschsprung disease (HD) is a congenital disorder that affects the nerve cells in the colon, causing a lack of peristalsis and bowel obstruction. Infants with HD may have a distended abdomen due to fecal accumulation and gas.