The nurse is providing care to a 1-month-old infant who is brought to the pediatric clinic for projectile vomiting. Which data collected during the assessment process would support the diagnosis of pyloric stenosis?
Select all that apply.
A) Blood-tinged vomit
B) Low-grade fever
C) Persistent hunger
D) Peristaltic wave
E) Consistent weight gain
Answer: A, C, D
Along with the projectile vomiting, the nurse would expect reports of blood-tinged vomit, persistent hunger, and a peristaltic wave. A low-grade fever and weight gain are not expected. The infant may lose weight due to pyloric stenosis.
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