ATI Pediatrics Exam NURS 243 Spring 2014 | Nurselytic

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. The tripod position, diminished breath sounds, and grunting in a toddler indicate severe respiratory distress, possibly due to conditions like pneumonia or bronchiolitis. The tripod position helps improve breathing efficiency. Diminished breath sounds suggest poor air movement in the lungs, and grunting is a sign of increased work of breathing. Immediate medical attention is needed to prevent respiratory failure.


Choice A is incorrect because while wheezing and poor feeding are concerning, they do not indicate immediate respiratory failure.
Choice B is incorrect as coarse breath sounds and coughing are serious but not as indicative of respiratory distress as the tripod position.
Choice C is incorrect because increased respiratory effort alone may not signify imminent respiratory failure.

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