An infant has a severe case of oral thrush (Candida albicans). A priority nursing diagnosis for this client is
1. Activity Intolerance related to oralthrush.
2. Ineffective Airway Clearance relatedto mucus.
3. Ineffective Infant Feeding Patternrelated to discomfort.
4. Ineffective Breathing Pattern relatedto oral thrush.
Answer:3
Rationale: An infant with oral thrush may refuse to nurse or feed because of discomfort and pain.Prompt treatment is necessary so the infant can resume a normal feeding pattern. Activity intolerance,ineffective airway clearance,and ineffective breathing patterns are not usual associated problems.
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