157. A 2-month-old infant is admitted with bronchiolitis. The nurse notes rapid, shallow breathing and poor feeding. What critical situational nursing assessment is paramount?

  • Assessing for hunger.
  • Assessing for respiratory distress and hydration status, as infants can rapidly deteriorate.
  • Checking diaper wetness only.
  • Assessing for playfulness.
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