A client is being prepared for discharge with her newborn. She ...

[jc611]

A client is being prepared for discharge with her newborn. She tells you about the antique crib she inherited from her grandmother and how excited she is about using it for her newborn. Which information should be cause for concern?
 
  a. The crib slats are 3 1/2 inches apart.
  b. The crib has been stripped and repainted with a lead-free paint.
  c. The mattress fits snugly in the crib with -inch space around the sides.
  d. The side rail hardware has been replaced so that the latches remain fastened.

Question 2

A new mother asks the nurse, How will I know early signs of hunger in my baby? The nurse's best response is which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Crying
  b. Rooting
  c. Lip smacking
  d. Decrease in activity
  e. Sucking on the hands

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
An infant's head may become wedged between slats that are more than 3 inches apart. The crib should be painted with lead-free paint, which is safest and appropriate. The mattress needs to fit snugly to prevent suffocation. Replacing the side rail hardware so that the latches remain fastened is the appropriate action to ensure the safety of the crib.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, E
Early signs of hunger in a baby are rooting, lip smacking, and sucking on the hands. Crying is a late sign, and the baby's activity will increase, not decrease.

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