An infant with a cardiac defect is fed in the semi-fowler's position. After the RN feeds and burps the infant and changes the infants position, the infant has a bm and almost immediately becomes cyantoic, diaphoretic, and limp. These symptoms are most likely cause by the:1. burping2. formula3. position change4. bowel movement
carolh 11 Posts May 7, 2005 An infant with a cardiac defect is fed in the semi-fowler's position. After the RN feeds and burps the infant and changes the infants position, the infant has a bm and almost immediately becomes cyantoic, diaphoretic, and limp. These symptoms are most likely cause by the:1. burping2. formula3. position change4. bowel movement Hi, okay I'm going to try this one I say #4. I believe it is because of the stimulation of the vagus nerve (cranial nerve X). I have read about heart attacks occuring while someone is straining during a bm. I love these questions! Thanks.
mitchsmom 1,907 Posts Specializes in OB, lactation. May 7, 2005 I was thinking #4 too, maybe b/c of valsalva, if not, then #3?
grinnurse, RN 767 Posts Specializes in Med/Surge. May 7, 2005 I will go with #4 as well b/c of valsalva and the fact that constipation in infants, especialy when on iron would cause the constipation.Thanks Aneroo-you killed 2 birds with one stone...........You go girl!!
LadyT618, MSN, APRN, NP 659 Posts Specializes in Home Health, Primary Care. Has 18 years experience. May 7, 2005 #4