In the continuing assessment of a preterm infant,the nurse notices continued respiratory distress even though oxygen and ventilation have been provided. The nurse should suspect:
A)Hypovolemia and/or shock.
B)A nonneutral thermal environment.
C)Central nervous system injury.
D)Pending renal failure.

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The nurse should suspect hypovolemia and/or shock. Other symptoms might include hypotension,prolonged capillary refill,and tachycardia followed by bradycardia. Intervention is necessary.

In the Continuing Assessment of a Preterm Infant,the Nurse Notices