ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Exam Nursing 228 Questions
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A newborn developing sepsis
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A nurse is providing care to a newborn. The nurse suspects that the newborn is developing sepsis based on which assessment finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: temperature instability. In newborns, sepsis can manifest as either hypothermia or fever. Temperature instability is a key symptom indicating a potential infection. Increased urinary output (
B) and wakefulness (
C) are not specific signs of sepsis in newborns. While interest in feeding (
D) is a positive sign, it is not a reliable indicator of sepsis.
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