Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Practice
A 5-week-old infant who developed projectile vomiting over the last two weeks is diagnosed with hypertrophic pyloric stenosis. Which intervention should the nurse plan to implement?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Intravenous fluids are essential for rehydrating an infant who is likely suffering from dehydration due to projectile vomiting. This condition, commonly related to pyloric stenosis, causes rapid fluid loss. Oral rehydration methods might not be sufficient or appropriate for such a young infant, especially if vomiting persists. IV therapy ensures controlled and adequate fluid replacement to stabilize the child.