All of the following describe the first phase of the transition ...

[craiczarry]

All of the following describe the first phase of the transition period except that it:
 
  1. lasts no more than 30 minutes.
  2. is marked by spontaneous tremors, crying, and head movements.
  3. includes the passage of meconium.
  4. may involve the infant suddenly sleeping briefly.

Question 2

An infant's mother does not visit her in the hospital for 3 days. The infant cries relentlessly for her during this time and then becomes extremely quiet and withdrawn. This reaction best indicates
 
  A) the infant's temperament is resistant.
  B) the infant is denying she is hospitalized.
  C) beginning fatigue from illness.
  D) development of a sense of despair.

[jaygar71]

Answer to Question 1

4
1. Incorrect. The first phase is the shortest at less than 30 minutes.
2. Incorrect. Such exploratory behaviors also include spontaneous startle reactions.
3. Incorrect. In the first phase, the newborn will also produce saliva.
4. Correct. The first phase is an active phase in which the baby is alert. Decreased activity and sleep mark the second phase.

Answer to Question 2

D