The nurse should implement which interventions for an infant experiencing apnea? Select all that apply
a. Stimulate the infant by gently tapping the foot.
b. Shake the infant vigorously.
c. Have resuscitative equipment available.
d. Suction the infant.
e. Maintain a neutral thermal environment.
A, C, E
An infant having apnea should be stimulated by gently tapping the foot. Resuscitative equipment should be available and the infant should be maintained in a neutral thermal environment. The infant should not be shaken vigorously or suctioned.
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