Which is the priority nursing action for a premature neonate who is experiencing apnea?
1. Administering oxygen
2. Performing back blows and chest thrusts
3. Calling a code blue
4. Providing stimulation by stroking the back
Question 2
Which independent nursing action is appropriate for a 2-month-old infant who is a direct admission to the pediatric unit with a diagnosis of ALTE (apparent life-threatening event)?
1. Place the child on an apnea monitor.
2. Place the child on nasal cannula oxygen.
3. Draw blood for arterial blood gases.
4. Place the child on contact isolation.