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cookcarl

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When assessing a full-term newborn, the nurse notes tremorlike movements.
 
  The nurse is aware that further evaluation is indicated to rule out which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Hyperglycemia
  2. Hypoglycemia
  3. Hypocalcemia
  4. Substance withdrawal
  5. Neurologic damage

Question 2

A woman is seen in the prenatal clinic. The nurse notices that the woman has a swollen eye and a bruise on her cheek. Which statement is most appropriate for the nurse to make?
 
  1. You must leave your partner before you are injured again.
  2. It is important that you refrain from doing things that anger your partner.
  3. Women who are abused often have injuries like yours.
  4. I am required by law to notify the police department of your injuries.



taylorsonier

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Answer to Question 1

2, 3, 4, 5
Explanation: 2. Tremors or jitteriness (tremorlike movements) in the full-term newborn must be evaluated to differentiate the tremors from convulsions. Tremors may be related to hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, or substance withdrawal.
3. Tremors or jitteriness (tremorlike movements) in the full-term newborn must be evaluated to differentiate the tremors from convulsions. Tremors may be related to hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, or substance withdrawal.
4. Tremors or jitteriness (tremorlike movements) in the full-term newborn must be evaluated to differentiate the tremors from convulsions. Tremors may be related to hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, or substance withdrawal.
5. Neurologic damage should be considered if the newborn is experiencing tremors.

Answer to Question 2

3
Explanation: 3. This is an appropriate statement to make.



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