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amal

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For the first 12 hours postdelivery, a neonate's temperature has remained normal and stable. Now the neonate's temperature is lower than the temperature recorded 4 hours ago, and the newborn seems lethargic and pale.
 
  Which of these questions should the nurse consider initially? A) What is the newborn's red blood cell count?
  B) How much fluid has the newborn had in the last 4 hours?
  C) Does the newborn have any other signs of infection?
  D) What drugs did the newborn's mother receive during labor?

Question 2

A newborn was born at 34 weeks' gestation. Initial management of this newborn immediately after birth, in conjunction with resuscitation, includes:
 
  A) Blood gas determination
  B) Administration of NaCO3 to correct acidosis
  C) Administration of epinephrine to correct bradycardia
  D) Quick and efficient drying to prevent hypothermia


mjbamaung

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

C

Answer to Question 2

D


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