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Which of the following would be a cause for alarm in a 3 week old infant?

  1. Abdominal respiration
  2. Irregular breathing pattern
  3. Increased cardiac rate when crying
  4. Inspiratory grunting
  5. None are cause for concern
Explanation

Answer: D - Inspiratory grunt is abnormal and could be a sign of respiratory distress in this infant. This grunting is the body's way of trying to keep the air in the lungs so they will stay open.

Sources: Johns Hopkins Medical Center

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