The neonate exhibits projectile vomiting

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A nurse is about to give a full-term neonate his first bath. How should the nurse proceed?

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 sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

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 lethargy.

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A term neonate's mother is O-negative, and cord studies indicate that the neonate is A-positive. Which finding indicates that the neonate developed hemolytic disease?

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 Compare the information on the neonate's identification bands with that of the mother's, then reattach the identification bands to one of the neonate's extremities.

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 Urine output below 1 ml/hour

 "Antibodies are not usually formed until after exposure to an antigen."

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 "My baby will be fine soon after we are home."

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 It usually lasts a day or two before resolving.

 hypoglycemia

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The nurse observes a darkish blue pigment on the buttocks and back of a neonate of African descent. Which action is most appropriate?

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The parents of a neonate born with congenital clubfoot express feelings of helplessness and guilt and are exhibiting anxiety about how the neonate will be treated. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate initially?

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Which action would be most appropriate for a neonate whose hemoglobin is 16 g/dL (160 g/L) immediately after birth?

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 heel.

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 apply the bracelet on the neonate’s wrist as the mother requests.

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 respiratory arrest

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 nursing recognition of subtle changes in high-risk neonates' conditions.

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Which action is the best precaution against transmission of infection?

A neonate born 18 hours ago with myelomeningocele over the lumbosacral region is scheduled for corrective surgery. Preoperatively, what is the most important nursing goal?

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 stroke the newborn's cheek with her nipple to direct the baby's mouth to nipple.

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 passage of a liquid stool with a watery ring

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A full-term neonate is admitted to the normal newborn nursery. When lifting the baby out

of the crib the nurse notes the baby’s arms move sideways with the palms up and the

 Identify this reflex as a normal finding.

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 bulging fontanels

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A mother is visiting her neonate in the neonatal intensive care unit. Her baby is fussy

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 Use constant, gentle touch.

neonates require additional hospitalization after the client is discharged. What is

the most appropriate goal to include in the plan of care for the parents while the twins

 Participate in care of the twins as much as possible.

Explanation:

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 hypoglycemia

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When developing a teaching plan for the mother of an infant about introducing solid

increases

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 Clear the neonate's airway with suction or gravity.

 ambiguous genitalia

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A neonate is experiencing respiratory distress and is using a neonatal oxygen mask. An unlicensed assistive personnel has positioned the oxygen mask as shown. The nurse is assessing the neonate and determines that the mask:
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 closure of a patent ductus arteriosus.

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 1.3

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Parents of a newborn with Down syndrome are tearful when they tell the nurse that the diagnosis was a surprise to them. Which statement by the parents indicates that they have some understanding of Down syndrome?

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 "There is a broad spectrum of mental capabilities and physical characteristics of children with Down syndrome."
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 "There is a broad spectrum of mental capabilities and physical characteristics of children with Down syndrome."
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A newborn baby has developed physiologic jaundice. The parents are concerned about the appearance of the newborn and ask the nurse about their concerns. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

 “The wet wipes must be irritating the skin. I will call the healthcare provider.”

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Correct response:

 drug dependence.

 Bronchopulmonary dysplasia

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A nurse assesses a 1-day-old neonate. Which finding indicates respiratory distress?

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 A new cast is needed every 1 to 2 weeks.

While the nurse is caring for a neonate at 32 weeks' gestation in an isolette with

continuous oxygen administration, the neonate's mother asks why the neonate's oxygen

 "Oxygen is drying to the mucous membranes unless it is humidified."

Explanation:

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 abdominal distention

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While caring for a male neonate diagnosed with gastroschisis, the nurse observes that

Correct response:

 shock

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 pyloric stenosis

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The mother of a newborn is concerned about the number of persons with heart disease in her family. She asks the nurse when she should start her baby on a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet to lower the risk of heart disease. The nurse should tell her to start diet modifications:

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to 4 weeks.

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The client who is breastfeeding asks the nurse if she should supplement breastfeeding

with formula feeding. The nurse bases the response on which principle?

 Formula feeding should be avoided to prevent interfering with the breast milk

supply.

soon after birth. The nurse should explain to the parents that this medication, in addition

to preventing blindness caused by gonococcal organisms, also prevents neonatal

 chlamydia trachomatis

Explanation:

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 expiratory grunt
Correct response:
 expiratory grunt
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Two hours ago, a neonate at 38 weeks’ gestation and weighing 3,175 g (7 lb) was born to a primiparous client who tested positive for beta-hemolytic Streptococcus. Which finding would alert the nurse to notify the health care provider (HCP)?

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 temperature instability
Correct response:
 temperature instability
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During the initial assessment, the nurse notes that the neonate’s hands and feet appear blue while the neonate’s torso appears pale pink. What should the nurse do next?

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A mother who is breastfeeding and has known food sensitivities is asking the nurse

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anticipate as a potenial problem in the neonate?

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