An Infant Has Been Born with an Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal

Multiple Choice

An infant has been born with an esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula. What is a priority preoperative nursing diagnosis?

A) Ineffective tissue perfusion: gastrointestinal, related to decreased circulation
B) Ineffective infant feeding pattern related to uncoordinated suck and swallow
C) Acute pain related to esophageal defect
D) Aspiration, risk for related to regurgitation