An infant has been born with an esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula. What is a priority preoperative nursing diagnosis?
A)Ineffective tissue perfusion: gastrointestinal, related to decreased circulation
B)Ineffective infant feeding pattern related to uncoordinated suck and swallow
C)Acute pain related to esophageal defect
D)Aspiration, risk for related to regurgitation

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Aspiration is a major risk for infants with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula due to the connection between the esophagus and the trachea, which can allow food or saliva to enter the lungs, leading to aspiration pneumonia.

An Infant Has Been Born with an Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal