A newborn weight loss of _____ in a breastfeeding infant during ...

[Caiter2013]

A newborn weight loss of _____ in a breastfeeding infant during the first 3 days of life should be investigated. Most often, the excessive weight loss is associated with poor breastfeeding techniques.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

A 3-year-old is brought to the emergency department by ambulance after her body was found submerged in the family pool. The child has altered mental status and shallow respirations. She did not require resuscitative interventions.
 
  Which condition should the nurse monitor first in this child? a. Neurologic status
  b. Hypothermia
  c. Hypoglycemia
  d. Hypoxia

[raili21]

Answer to Question 1

7-8
Health care providers should evaluate and monitor infants who continue to lose weight
after 5 days or who do not regain their birth weight by 14 days.

Answer to Question 2

D
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A Although a neurologic assessment will be required, it is not the area of primary
assessment. The airway is always assessed first.
B Hypothermia offers protection to the brain. It is a concern, but not the area of
primary concern.
C Although the child may have electrolyte imbalances, this is not the primary
assessment area.
D Hypoxia is responsible for the injury to organ systems during submersion
injuries. Hypoxia can progress to cardiopulmonary arrest. Monitoring the airway
is always the number one concern.