The nurse has determined a capillary refill time of >2.5 seconds, oxygen saturation 93%. The baby is showing signs of jitteriness. The nurse has given report to the provider and has received the following orders: Capillary blood glucose (CBG), intravenous access, blood and cerebrospinal fluid cultures, antibiotics, and oxygen by nasal prongs. (Take action) Determine what three (3) orders the nurse should perform first. Why would these three (3) orders be completed first? (Evaluate outcomes) What would the nurse evaluate as improved?
[Answered]: The nurse has determined a capillary refill time…
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