A nurse is caring for a preterm infant who has a weak cry and is irritable.What action by the nurse is best?
A) Assess the infant for pain.
B) Take the infant's temperature.
C) Obtain a bedside glucose reading.
D) Reduce stimulation in the environment.

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These are signs of inadequate thermoregulation.The nurse should assess the infant's temperature first.The other actions do not address thermoregulation.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Preterm Infant Who Has