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hbsimmons88

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on: Jun 28, 2018
The purpose of state-required newborn screening is to:
 
  a. Keep the state records updated.
  b. Allow for accurate statistical information.
  c. Document the number of births.
  d. Recognize and treat newborn disorders early.

Question 2

Which of the following temperatures indicates the presence of postpartum infection?
 
  a. 99.6 F in the first 48 hours
  b. 100 F for 2 days postpartum
  c. 100.4 F in the first 24 hours
  d. 100.8 F on the second and third postpartum days


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Early treatment of disorders will prevent morbidity associated with some common newborn disorders.
Options A and B are not the main reasons for the screening test.
The number of births does not come from the newborn screening test.

Answer to Question 2

D
A temperature elevation greater than 100.4 F on two postpartum days, not including the first 24 hours, meets the criteria for infection as defined by the Joint Committee on Maternal Welfare.


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