What is the best thing the nurse can do to manage pain in a neonate?
A) Teach the infant's caregivers ways to soothe and comfort the child during any episode of pain
B) Adhere carefully to the plan for administration of any analgesics to the child
C) Advocate to the physician to use effective treatment methods that cause no pain or less pain
D) Provide a soothing environment, swaddling, and holding to the newborn experiencing pain
Question 2
A newborn has secretions in the mouth and nose. What are the first steps the nurse should take to clear the newborn's airways?
A) Position on the side and guide his caregivers in suctioning his mouth with a bulb syringe
B) Position on the side with his head slightly below the body; use a bulb syringe to clear the mouth
C) Position on his side with the head slightly below his body; use a small suction catheter to clear the nose
D) Position on his side with the head slightly below his body; use a bulb syringe to clear the nose
C, A nurse can also administer the medication by setting the dose and rate with an electronic infusi
Pain scale
To check pupillary reflexes the nurse first holds the penlight
This father is serving as a secure base for his infant.
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