Family has called you after the apnea alarm for their 1-month-old baby sounded. They state that the settings seem too high and the alarm goes off frequently. They would like the home health nurse to readjust the settings, so this scenario can be avoided in the future. They do not want the patient transported to the hospital and are prepared to sign a refusal. Assessment reveals no life threats to the airway, breathing, or circulation. Given the situation, you would:

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In this situation, it is important to contact medical direction to determine the appropriate course of action. Adjusting the monitor settings without proper medical guidance could put the infant at risk. The nurse should follow the guidance of the physician and document all actions taken.

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