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CCNS Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist

Category - Neonatal

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You were floated as a triage nurse at the emergency department. Four infant patients arrive at the same time. Which patient would you evaluate first?
  1. A patient who has had watery stools for the last twelve hours prior to consult
  2. A patient with temperature of 102°F and is involved in active play
  3. A patient with drooling, difficulty breathing, and difficulty swallowing
  4. A patient with temperature of 99°F, but evidently not lethargic
Explanation
Answer - C - The patient that you would evaluate first is a patient with drooling, difficulty breathing, and difficulty swallowing. This patient with the above mentioned signs and symptoms would need immediate attention, as these are evidence of epiglotitis. Other options require nursing care, but they are not considered to be emergent.
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