A new mother is concerned because her 1-day-old newborn is taking ...

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A new mother is concerned because her 1-day-old newborn is taking only 1 ounce at each feeding. The nurse should explain that the
 
  a. Infant does not require as much formula in the first few days of life.
  b. Infant's stomach capacity is small at birth but will expand within a few days.
  c. Infant tires easily during the first few days but will gradually take more formula.
  d. Infant is probably having difficulty adjusting to the formula.

Question 2

A school nurse is screening children for scoliosis. Which assessment findings should the nurse expect to observe for scoliosis? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Pain with deep palpation of the spinal column
  b. Unequal shoulder heights
  c. The trouser pant leg length appears shorter on one side
  d. Inability to bend at the waist
  e. Unequal waist angles

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Answer to Question 1

B
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A The infant's requirements are the same, but the stomach capacity needs to
increase before taking in adequate amounts.
B The infant's stomach capacity at birth is 10 to 20 mL and increases to 60 to 90
mL by the end of the first week.
C The infant's sleep patterns do change, but the infant should be awake enough to
feed.
D There are other symptoms that occur if there is a formula intolerance.

Answer to Question 2

B, C, E
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Correct The assessment findings associated with scoliosis include unequal
shoulder heights, trouser pant leg length appearing shorter on one side
meaning unequal leg length, and unequal waist angles.
Incorrect Scoliosis is a nonpainful curvature of the spine so pain is not expected and
the child is able to bend at the waist adequately.