The nurse is caring for an infant girl with a suspected cardiovascular disorder. Which statement by the mother would warrant further investigation?
A) "My baby does not make any grunting noises."
B) "The baby seems more comfortable over my shoulder."
C) "The baby usually drinks all of her bottle."
D) "I don't notice any rapid breathing patterns."
Ans: B
The nurse should be alert to statements indicating that the baby seems to be more comfortable when she is sitting up or over her mother's shoulder than when she is lying flat. Grunting or rapid breathing would be a cause for concern. Drinking all of the bottle would be considered normal.
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