Which infant should be seen immediately by a health care provider?
a. A 1-week-old infant with a diaper rash
b. A 1-month-old infant with an axillary temperature of 99.8° F (37.7° C)
c. A 3-week-old breast-fed infant who has had two loose stools
d. A 2-week-old infant with nasal congestion and respirations of 64 breaths/min
ANS: D
Normal respiratory function is a high priority in the newborn. Any situation in which respiratory function is impaired should be assessed immediately by a physician. Diaper rashes are a normal variant. A temperature of 99.8° F (37.7° C) is still within normal limits. Breast-fed infants have loose stools, so this is a normal finding.
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