Author Question: Why does the nurse administer vitamin K to the newborn? a. Vitamin K prevents the synthesis of ... (Read 76 times)

futuristic · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Why does the nurse administer vitamin K to the newborn?

a. Vitamin K prevents the synthesis of prothrombin in the liver and must be given by injection.
b. Most mothers have a diet deficient in vitamin K, which results in the newborn being deficient.
c. The supply of vitamin K is inadequate for at least 3 to 4 months, so the newborn must have a supplement.
d. Bacteria that synthesize vitamin K are not present in the newborn's intestinal tract.

Question 2

During prenatal classes, parents who are expecting a male infant ask the nurse whether their baby should be circumcised. An appropriate response would be:

a. That is up to your pediatrician.
b. I would not recommend it, but that is your decision.
c. It is your decision. Let's discuss the advantages and disadvantages.
d. Why don't you wait and see whether your son wants this done when he is older.

chevyboi1976 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Vitamin K is synthesized in the intestine by bacterial flora. Because newborns have a sterile bowel, one injection of vitamin K is administered prophylactically until normal intestinal flora is established.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Circumcision may be done for a variety of reasons, but it is generally elective, depending on the parents' preference. Health care providers should provide information about the procedure and advantages and disadvantages and then support the parents in their decision.