Case study Ch. 41 Pyloric Stenosis Lucy is a 44-day-old formula-fed…

Question Answered step-by-step Case study Ch. 41 Pyloric Stenosis Lucy is a 44-day-old formula-fed… Case study Ch. 41 Pyloric Stenosis Lucy is a 44-day-old formula-fed infant with a 4-day history of vomiting. Subjective Data Mother states that the infant has: Been vomiting undigested formula after feedings. Has not had fever or diarrhea. Has had eight wet diapers in the last 24 hours. Objective Data Weight: 4.8 kg Birth weight: 3.5 kg Vital signs: temp, 37.1º C (rectal); pulse, 130 bpm; resp, 30 breaths/min; blood pressure, 92/52 mm Hg Moist mucous membranes; flat and soft anterior fontanel Awake and alert, lusty cry Good muscle tone Olive-sized mass palpated at epigastrium Questions: What test will be used to diagnose pyloric stenosis? What actions should the nurse take in this clinical situation? Prioritize the actions. Health Science Science Nursing Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)