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lak

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A result of hypothermia in the newborn is:
 
  a. Shivering to generate heat.
  b. Decreased oxygen demands.
  c. Increased glucose demands.
  d. Decreased metabolic rate.

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a child with suspected thalassemia. Which of the following would the nurse expect to assess?
 
  A) Dactylitis
  B) Frontal bossing
  C) Presence of clubbing
  D) Presence of spooning


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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In hypothermia, the basal metabolic rate (BMR) is increased in an attempt to compensate, thus requiring more glucose.
Shivering is not an effective method of heat production for newborns.
Oxygen demands increase with hypothermia.
The metabolic rate increases with hypothermia.

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Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 28, 2018
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