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Nursing Interventions for Pediatric Respiratory Distress Questions
Question 1 of 5
The mother and infant should have identifying armbands with matching numbers. Both of these bands should be reviewed to determine that the mother has the correct infant. The other actions do not adequately verify the identities of mother and infant.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Having the mother read her printed band number and verifying that it matches the infant's number is the most accurate way to ensure correct identification. This procedure minimizes the risk of errors. The other options do not provide a foolproof method of verifying identities and can lead to mistakes.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement by the parents indicates the need for further education with regard to pacifier use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
The patient should be taught that when her infant falls asleep after feeding for only a few minutes, she should do which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A - Unwrap and gently arouse the infant. If the infant falls asleep during feeding, it may indicate inadequate feeding. Arousing the infant gently and continuing the feeding is important to ensure proper nutrition. Waiting, offering a bottle, or delaying the feeding can lead to decreased milk production and potential issues with breastfeeding.
Question 4 of 5
A mother conveys concern over the fact that she is not certain if her newborn is receiving enough nutrients from breastfeeding. This is the baby's first clinic visit after birth. What information can you provide that will help alleviate her fears regarding nutrient status for her newborn?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because monitoring the infant's output, specifically the number of wet diapers changed in a 24-hour period, is a good indicator that the baby is receiving sufficient intake from breastfeeding. This can help alleviate the mother's fears about her newborn's nutrient status. It is important to provide practical and reassuring information to support the mother in her breastfeeding journey.
Question 5 of 5
post-term infant, thermoregulation can be a concern, especially in an infant who also has a(n)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because glucose is necessary to produce heat, the infant who is also hypoglycemic will not be able to produce enough body heat. A hematocrit level of 58% is within the expected range for newborns. WBC count may be as high as 30,000 cells/mm3. RBC count ranges from 3.9 to 5.5 million/mcL.