ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn 2023/24 1st Attempt & Retake Questions
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A nurse is caring for a newborn who is 12 hr old and is experiencing jitteriness. Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Blood glucose. In a newborn experiencing jitteriness, the priority is to assess blood glucose levels as hypoglycemia is a common cause. Low blood glucose in a newborn can lead to seizures and long-term neurological damage. Monitoring blood glucose levels and promptly addressing any abnormalities is crucial.
Total bilirubin (
B) is important for assessing jaundice, not jitteriness. Hemoglobin (
C) and blood calcium (
D) are not typically related to jitteriness in a newborn.
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