Baby boy ellis 2 hours old is being evaluated in the


Question - Baby boy Ellis, 2 hours old, is being evaluated in the newborn nursery by the nursing staff. Findings include T 37°C; apical heart rate 140 bpm; respirations 58 breaths per minute; BP (arms) 70/47, (calves) 62/39; head circumference 34 cm; chest circumference 31 cm; length 48 cm; weight 2,700 g. The infant is crying.

a. Based on the physical findings, what should be the nurse's priority?

b. What assessments/tests should the nurse expect to be done on this infant?

c. What should the nurse include in the teaching plan for the parents of this infant?

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