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CCNS Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist

Category - Neonatal

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When caring for a neonate in acute respiratory distress from laryngotracheobronchitis who has a body temperature of 38.7 ºC, the nurse should give priority to:
  1. Monitor the neonate’s respiratory status continuously
  2. Deliver 40% humidified oxygen
  3. Provide support to decrease apprehension
  4. Initiate measures to decrease fever
Explanation
Answer - A - When caring for a neonate in acute respiratory distress from laryngotracheobronchitis who has a body temperature of 38.7 ºC, the nurse should give priority to monitor the neonate’s respiratory status continuously. In this case, patency of the airway is determined by continuous monitoring for signs of respiratory distress as laryngeal spasms can occur abruptly.
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