A one-month-old patient presents with nasal flaring, intercostal and substernal retractions, and a respiratory rate of 50. What is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis?
A)Ineffective individual coping
B)Knowledge deficit
C)Ineffective breathing pattern
D)High risk for altered body temperature; hyperthermia

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The most appropriate nursing diagnosis is ineffective breathing pattern. The findings on assessment suggest respiratory distress. Ineffective breathing pattern is an appropriate diagnosis with the information now available.

A One-Month-Old Patient Presents with Nasal Flaring, Intercostal and Substernal