Which finding would lead the nurse to suspect infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (IHPS) in a 4-week-old infant?
A) Diarrhea
B) No visible peristalsis
C) Projectile vomiting
D) Lack of stool
C) Projectile vomiting
Explanation: A) The classic presentation of IHPS includes gradual onset of worsening nonbilious projectile vomiting beginning at 4-6 weeks of age, dehydration or weight loss, and possibly visible peristalsis in the upper abdomen.
B) The classic presentation of IHPS includes gradual onset of worsening nonbilious projectile vomiting beginning at 4-6 weeks of age, dehydration or weight loss, and possibly visible peristalsis in the upper abdomen.
C) The classic presentation of IHPS includes gradual onset of worsening nonbilious projectile vomiting beginning at 4-6 weeks of age, dehydration or weight loss, and possibly visible peristalsis in the upper abdomen.
D) The classic presentation of IHPS includes gradual onset of worsening nonbilious projectile vomiting beginning at 4-6 weeks of age, dehydration or weight loss, and possibly visible peristalsis in the upper abdomen.
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