The nurse is preparing to measure the vital signs of a 6-month-old infant.Which action by the nurse is correct?
A) Measure respirations and then pulse and temperature.
B) Measure vital signs more frequently than in an adult.
C) Explain procedures and encourage the infant to handle the equipment.
D) Allow the infant to become familiar with the nurse by performing the physical examination first and then measuring the vital signs.
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