What is the correct order for assessing vital signs in an infant to ensure the accuracy of measurements?

a. Respiration, temperature, pulse
b. Pulse, respiration, temperature
c. Temperature, pulse, respiration
d. Respiration, pulse, temperature


ANS: D
The respiration is taken first on an infant before the child is disturbed, pulses are assessed next, and last the temperature is obtained.

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