A 10-month-old infant presents with an acute onset of increased work of breathing. According to the infant's mother, the child was crawling around in the living room prior to the event and was fine 10 minutes earlier. Your assessment reveals that the infant appears alert to his surroundings, has loud inspiratory stridor, and pink skin. You should:

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Cali Mason

3 March, 03:35

A 10-month-old infant presents with an acute onset of increased work of breathing. According to the infant's mother, the child was crawling around in the living room prior to the event and was fine 10 minutes earlier. Your assessment reveals that the infant appears alert to his surroundings, has loud inspiratory stridor, and pink skin. You should:

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Lauryn Landry · Answer 1

avoid agitating the infant, offer supplemental oxygen, and transport.

Explanation:

Based on the scenario being described within the question it can be said that you should try and avoid agitating the infant, offer supplemental oxygen, and transport. Mainly because since the infant is aware of his/her surroundings scaring or agitating the infant can worsen his/her condition. So the best option would be to calm the infant down and provide as sufficient oxygen.