The nurse finds that an infant has stronger pulses in the upper extremities than in the lower extremities, and higher blood pressure readings in the arms than in the legs. Which assessment will the nurse perform next on this infant?

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The nurse should perform a blood pressure measurement in all four extremities to assess for the presence of coarctation of the aorta, which can cause a disparity in blood pressure and pulse strength in the upper and lower extremities. Pedal pulses and pulse oximetry levels are not directly related to this issue, and hemoglobin and hematocrit values may be important for overall health assessment, but do not specifically address this issue.

The Nurse Finds That an Infant Has Stronger Pulses in the Upper