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danielfitts88

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The nurse is assessing a drug-dependent newborn. Which symptom would require further assessment by the nurse?
 
  1. Occasional watery stools
  2. Spitting up after feeding
  3. Unrelieved irritability
  4. Positive Babinski's reflex

Question 2

During the initial prenatal visit, the nurse obtains a weight of 42 kg (92.4 lbs). The nurse must further assess the patient for information about: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Select all that apply. 1. Eating habits.
  2. Foods regularly eaten.
  3. Income limitations.
  4. Blood pressure and pulse rate.
  5. Weight loss during pregnancy.



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: An occasional watery stool can be associated with the normal newborn.
Rationale 2: Spitting up after some feedings can be associated with the normal newborn.
Rationale 3: Unrelieved irritability can be an indicator of drug withdrawal.
Rationale 4: A positive Babinski's reflex can be associated with the normal newborn.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3
Rationale 1: null
Rationale 2: null
Rationale 3: null
Rationale 4: The blood pressure and pulse are important, but are not part of the assessment made in relation to height and weight.
Rationale 5: Weight loss is not a recommendation based on height and weight; the nurse would recommend an amount of weight to gain.




danielfitts88

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent


AISCAMPING

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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