The nurse is caring for an 8-month-old boy presenting with poor feeding, listlessness, and a weak cry. What assessment finding would lead the nurse to suspect a diagnosis of botulism?
a) Floppy extremities
b) Diminished gag reflex
c) Drooping eyelids
d) Inadequate sucking
Answer: b)Diminished gag reflex
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