Three hours after birth, a newborn of a mother with diabetes becomes jittery, has weak, high-pitched cry , and exhibits irregular respirations. The nurse recognizes that these signs are often associated with:

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Three hours after birth, a newborn of a mother with diabetes becomes jittery, has weak, high-pitched cry , and exhibits irregular respirations. The nurse recognizes that these signs are often associated with:

A. Hypovolemia B. Hypocalcemia C. Hypoglycemia D. Hyperglycemia

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

A neonate born at 34 weeks' gestation and weighing 6lbs, 10oz (2750g) is admitted to the nursery, The vital signs are: apical heart rate 130; respiration 58, BP- 60/20. Temp. 98 degrees F; Apgar score of 4 and 8. The nurse should designate the highest priority health outcomes to be:

A. Oxygenation will remain adequate B. Body temperature will remain stable C. Weight will increase by 30g per day D. Heart rate will recover to an acceptable range

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to take regarding a 9-year-old girl diagnosed with gonorrhea?

A. Notify the physician so the child can be admitted to the hospital. B. Discuss with the girl the need to stop future sexual encounters. C. Question the mother about her daughter's menstrual history. D. Report the girl's medical findings to child protective services.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

Which data must the nurse consider before administering Depo-Provera (medroxyprogesterone acetate) to a postpartum client?

A. The capsule must be taken at the same time each day. B. The client must be taught to use sunscreen whenever in the sunlight. C. The medicine is contraindicated if the woman has lung or esophageal cancer. D. The client must use an alternate form of birth control for the first two months.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

Which should be included in teaching regarding treatment for pubic lice?

A. The antibiotics should be taken for a full 10 days. B. All clothing should be pretreated with bleach before wearing. C. Shampoo should be applied for at least 2 hours before rinsing. D. The pubic hair should be combed after shampoo is removed.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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