A two-month-old infant with a congenital heart defect has been admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit with congestive heart failure. Nursing care for this child should include which intervention?
A)Monitor respirations during active periods.
B)Give larger feedings less often to conserve energy.
C)Organize activities to allow for uninterrupted sleep.
D)Force fluids appropriate for age.

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Organizing activities to allow for uninterrupted sleep helps conserve the infant's energy, which is crucial in managing congestive heart failure.

A Two-Month-Old Infant with a Congenital Heart Defect Has Been