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Title: Shortly after birth, a neonate diagnosed with tracheoesophageal fistula is observed to have copious ...
Post by: collapsed on Mar 28, 2017
Shortly after birth, a neonate diagnosed with tracheoesophageal fistula is observed to have copious amounts of thin mucus. The nurse's priority intervention is to:
1. Notify the supervising nurse and the physician immediately.
2. Feed the infant watered formula to promote swallowing of saliva.
3. Chart observation and check for abdominal distention.
4. Position the infant on his back with the head of the bed elevated.


Title: Re: Shortly after birth, a neonate diagnosed with tracheoesophageal fistula is observed to have ...
Post by: existoor on Mar 28, 2017
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