The nurse will place an infant experiencing an apnea episode in the "sniffing position," which is to
a. Lower the head and flex the neck
b. Lean the child over a pillow and gently pat the back
c. Place the child in a supine position and flex the knees
d. Elevate the head and hyperextend the neck
D
The sniffing position is an upright position with the head elevated and the neck hyperextended with chin thrust forward.
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