179. A 1-year-old infant is admitted with bronchiolitis and is on oxygen via nasal cannula. The infant’s oxygen saturation drops to 85%. What is the urgent critical nursing action?
A.
Waiting for improvement.
B.
Immediately assessing the infant's respiratory status, increasing oxygen flow, and notifying the healthcare provider.
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C.
Removing oxygen.
D.
Administering cough syrup.
📖 Additional Information
Waiting for improvement.
Immediately assessing the infant's respiratory status, increasing oxygen flow, and notifying the healthcare provider.
