NCLEX TEA/TEF practice (EXAM 1)
Questions With 100% Correct Answer
A newborn with suspected tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) suddenly begins
coughing, choking, and turning cyanosis during the first feeding. What is the
priority nursing action?
A. Suction the infants mouth and airway
B. Notify the healthcare provider
C. Stop the feeding immediately
D. Administer oxygen
Ans:>> C
Rationale: feeding worsens aspiratin. Stopping it removes the source of distress.
Suction and oxygen may follow, but halting the feed is first to prevent more fluid
entering the lungs
Quiz Which are clinical signs of tracheoesophagela atresia (TEA) in a newborn?
Select all that apply
A. Excessive frothy saliva
Questions With 100% Correct Answer
A newborn with suspected tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) suddenly begins
coughing, choking, and turning cyanosis during the first feeding. What is the
priority nursing action?
A. Suction the infants mouth and airway
B. Notify the healthcare provider
C. Stop the feeding immediately
D. Administer oxygen
Ans:>> C
Rationale: feeding worsens aspiratin. Stopping it removes the source of distress.
Suction and oxygen may follow, but halting the feed is first to prevent more fluid
entering the lungs
Quiz Which are clinical signs of tracheoesophagela atresia (TEA) in a newborn?
Select all that apply
A. Excessive frothy saliva
