RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam
A nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant with heart failure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Correct – Infants with heart failure experience fatigue during feeding, leading to poor weight gain. Limiting feeding time reduces energy expenditure. B. Incorrect – Oxygen saturation should be checked more frequently than every 6 hours, especially if the infant has cyanosis or respiratory distress. C. Incorrect – Daily weight monitoring is necessary to assess fluid status and nutritional intake. D. Incorrect – The infant should be placed on their back for naps to prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
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