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RN Maternal Nursing OB Newborn 2023 2024 Exam Questions
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A nurse is teaching about car seat safety to the parents of a newborn who was delivered at 38 weeks of gestation. Which of the following statements by a parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: "The car seat should be positioned in the car at a 45-degree angle." This is correct because newborns and premature babies (delivered at 38 weeks) have less muscle tone and are at risk of airway compromise if the head falls forward in the car seat. Placing the car seat at a 45-degree angle helps keep the baby's airway open and prevents slumping.
A: "I can use a sleep sack to keep my baby warm in the car seat." - This is incorrect as bulky clothing or blankets should not be used in the car seat as they can compress in a crash and create a loose harness fit.
B: "My baby will need a car seat challenge test before discharge." - This is incorrect as car seat challenge tests are usually done for premature infants born before 37 weeks.
D: "When my baby is 1 year old, I can turn their car seat facing forward." - This is incorrect as rear
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