A mother on the postpartum unit asked to have her infant back ...

[biggirl4568]

A mother on the postpartum unit asked to have her infant back from the nursery so that she can breastfeed. The nurse brings the newborn to the room and hands the baby to the mother. She asks the mother to let her know how long the baby feeds.
 
  What vital step did the nurse forget to take before giving the baby to the mother? 1. The nurse should have made sure that the baby was latching correctly
   2. The nurse should have identified the baby's ID band with the mother's
   3. The nurse should have the mother speak with a lactation consultant
   4. The nurse should have asked the mother how long she planned to feed

Question 2

Diabetic ketoacidosis can occur in a known diabetic mellitus Type 1 child because:
 
  1. Of poor compliance with the insulin regimen.
   2. The insulin is out of date.
   3. Puberty has begun.
   4. All of the above can create a diabetic ketoacidosis state.

[meganlapinski]

Answer to Question 1

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1. It is vital that ID bands are checked with baby and mother before leaving the infant.
2. It is vital that ID bands are checked with baby and mother before leaving the infant.
3. Safety of the baby is the first priority
4. Safety of the baby is the first priority

Answer to Question 2

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1. Poor compliance can create a diabetic ketoacidotic state.
2. Insulin should be date checked to maintain the correct potency.
3. The rapid growth and metabolism during puberty can create an increased risk for diabetic ketoacidosis.
4. Poor compliance can create a diabetic ketoacidotic state. Insulin should be date checked to maintain the correct potency. The rapid growth and metabolism during puberty can create an increased risk for diabetic ketoacidosis.

[biggirl4568]

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[kusterl]

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