A preterm infant of 36 weeks' gestation is admitted to the NICU. Approximately 2 hours after birth, the neonate begins having difficulty breathing with grunting, tachypnea, and nasal flaring. The nurse should recognize that:

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The symptoms described (difficulty breathing with grunting, tachypnea, and nasal flaring) in a preterm infant are indicative of respiratory distress and warrant further evaluation to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.

A Preterm Infant of 36 Weeks' Gestation Is Admitted to the NICU