During a respiratory assessment of an infant diagnosed with respiratory distress syndrome, a depression in the supraclavicular and intercostal areas of the thorax was noted with inspiration.This observation is documented as:
A) grunting.
B) tachypnea.
C) retractions.
D) nasal flaring.

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Retractions refer to the visible sinking of the chest wall, particularly in the supraclavicular and intercostal areas, during inspiration, indicating increased work of breathing.

During a Respiratory Assessment of an Infant Diagnosed with Respiratory