The neonate born at 34-weeks estimated gestational age had Apgar scores of 3 and 7 at 1 and 5 minutes, respectively and is taken to the nursery for observation due to a need for continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). Significant oral secretions are noted and an orogastric tube is unable to be placed because it meets resistance and comes back out the mouth. The nurse suspects which condition?
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Which interventions does the nurse include in care for the patient who underwent a total pelvic exenteration for a cancer diagnosis one day ago? Select all that apply.
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An infant is brought to the emergency department with abdominal distention, currant-jelly stools, dark-green emesis, and lethargy. Upon assessment, the nurse notes a palpable sausage-shaped mass in the right upper quadrant. The nurse suspects which condition?
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