The parents of an infant report that the baby is often withdrawn and lethargic and does not eat or sleep well. The nurse notes that the child is underweight and small for its age. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A)Giving the baby medicine for colic
B)Drawing blood for laboratory work
C)Feeding the baby
D)Observing interactions between the parents and the infant

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A)Because the parents' concerns and nurse's observations are possibly related to failure to thrive, the nurse would assess the relationship and interactions between the infant and the parents. Assessment is the priority, not feeding the baby. The physician-not the nurse-orders labs and medications.
B)Because the parents' concerns and nurse's observations are possibly related to failure to thrive, the nurse would assess the relationship and interactions between the infant and the parents. Assessment is the priority, not feeding the baby. The physician-not the nurse-orders labs and medications.
C)Because the parents' concerns and nurse's observations are possibly related to failure to thrive, the nurse would assess the relationship and interactions between the infant and the parents. Assessment is the priority, not feeding the baby. The physician-not the nurse-orders labs and medications.
D)Because the parents' concerns and nurse's observations are possibly related to failure to thrive, the nurse would assess the relationship and interactions between the infant and the parents. Assessment is the priority, not feeding the baby. The physician-not the nurse-orders labs and medications.

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