A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an assistive personnel (AP) about counting the respiratory rate for a 1-month-old infant. Which of the following statements by the AP indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. "I will immediately report irregular respirations." Irregular respirations can be normal in infants, as their breathing patterns are often irregular. Immediate reporting is not typically necessary unless there are other signs of distress. B. "I will immediately report a respiratory rate of 28." A respiratory rate of 28 is low for a 1-month-old infant, but immediate reporting depends on the overall clinical picture and other signs of distress. Normal respiratory rates for this age are usually between 30-60 breaths per minute. C. "I will count the baby's respirations for 30 seconds and multiply by two." While this method is used for older children and adults, it’s not ideal for infants due to their irregular breathing patterns. Counting for a full minute provides a more accurate assessment. D. "I will count the baby's respirations by observing abdominal movements." This is correct. In infants, respiration is primarily diaphragmatic, making abdominal movements a reliable indicator of respiratory rate.