HESI RN
Monroe College RN HESI Maternity Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is about to administer phytonadione to a newborn. Which statement by the parents shows they understand why this medication is being given?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phytonadione is given to newborns to prevent hemorrhagic disorders, specifically vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKD
B). Newborns are at risk for VKDB because their gut does not yet have the bacteria necessary to produce vitamin K.
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Question 5 of 5
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