问题
单项选择题
When preparing to give a neonate the first feeding by nipple, the nurse uses a 5 mL feeding of sterile water first. Which of the following is the reason for doing so
A．Ensure that the neonate has the energy to take oral feedings.
B．Ensure that the mother will be able to feed the neonate.
C．Ascertain the patency of the neonate's esophagus.
D．Determine if the neonate can retain the feeding.
答案
参考答案：C
解析：Small amounts of sterile water are given to a neonate first to ascertain if the esophagus is patent and to prevent the aspiration of formula if it is not.