HESI RN Care of Women and Pediatric Nursing

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The nurse is caring for a newborn who is 18 inches long, weighs 4 pounds, 14 ounces (2.2 kg), has a head circumference of 13 inches (33 cm), and a chest circumference of 10 inches (25.4 cm). Based on these physical findings, assessment for which condition has the highest priority?

A. Hypoglycemia. B. Polycythemia. C. Hyperthermia. D. Hyperbilirubinemia. E. None F. None

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Low birth weight (2.2 kg) increases hypoglycemia risk due to limited glucose reserves. Assessing for hypoglycemia ' is the priority. Polycythemia ', hyperthermia ', and hyperbilirubinemia ' are less immediate concerns.

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