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The nurse knows that a postterm infant may experience which potential problems? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Seizures
  b. Asphyxia
  c. Paralysis
  d. Visual defects
  e. Polycythemia

Question 2

An infant receives surfactant via endotracheal (ET) tube at birth for symptoms of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). When will the nurse anticipate seeing improvement of lung function?
 
  a. Immediately
  b. Within 3 days
  c. 1 to 2 weeks
  d. At least 1 month



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, E
The postterm infant should be assessed closely for indication of asphyxia, seizures, and polycythemia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
In preterm newborns, surfactant can be administered via ET tube at birth or when symptoms of RDS occur, with improvement of lung function seen within 72 hours.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Wow, this really help


Chelseyj.hasty

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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