Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
The parents report that their 1-day-old is drooling and having choking episodes with excessive amounts of mucus and color changes, especially during feedings. When contacting the physician about these symptoms the nurse should request:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
These symptoms suggest tracheoesophageal fistula, and an x-ray with orogastric catheter placement can confirm the diagnosis by visualizing the anatomy.