During orogastric feeding in a neonate, the nurse observes coughing and cyanosis. What should be the nurse’s immediate response?
Stop the feeding and assess airway patency immediately
Coughing and cyanosis during orogastric feeding in a neonate strongly suggest aspiration or airway compromise.
The first action is to stop the feed at once, remove the tube if needed and check airway patency, then suction the oropharynx and give oxygen as needed.
Offering a pacifier, repositioning and continuing, or increasing the feeding rate all keep the airway at risk and can worsen aspiration.
Hence, Stop the feeding and assess airway patency immediately.
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