Author Question: Which statement best represents the first stage of the first period of reactivity in the newborn? ... (Read 54 times)

LaDunn · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which statement best represents the first stage of the first period of reactivity in the newborn?

a. It begins when the newborn awakes from a deep sleep.
b. It ends when the amount of respiratory mucus has decreased.
c. It is an excellent time to acquaint the parents with the newborn.
d. It is an excellent time for mother to sleep and recover.

Question 2

A nurse has determined that a newborn's respiratory breathing is within a normal range. How should the nurse document this finding?

a. Irregular, abdominal, 30 to 60 breaths/min
b. Regular, abdominal, 25 to 35 breaths/min
c. Regular, noisy, 35 to 45 breaths/min
d. Irregular, quiet, 45 to 55 breaths/min

Liddy · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
During the first period of reactivity, the newborn is alert, cries vigorously, may suck the fist greedily, and appears interested in the environment. The newborn's eyes are usually wide open, suggesting that this is an excellent opportunity for mother, father, and child to see each other. The second period of reactivity begins when the newborn awakens from a deep sleep. The second period of reactivity ends when the amount of respiratory mucus has decreased. The mother should sleep and recover during the second stage, when the newborn is sleeping.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The respirations of a normal newborn are irregular and abdominal, with a rate of 30 to 60 breaths/min. Newborn respirations are irregular. Pauses in respiration less than 20 seconds in duration are considered normal. The newborn is an abdominal breather with a wider range of respiratory rates.