Author Question: What is an abnormal finding in a newborn infant? a. Bluish hands and feet b. Two veins and one ... (Read 86 times)

cartlidgeashley · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

What is an abnormal finding in a newborn infant?

a. Bluish hands and feet
b. Two veins and one artery in the umbilical cord
c. Apgar score of 9 at 5 minutes after delivery
d. Passage of a meconium stool

Question 2

A labor patient is dilated 8 cm, and her contractions are every 3 minutes with a duration of 80 seconds. She begins to thrash about, cries out, and pushes her covers off of the bed. The nurse's most appropriate action is to:

a. Offer to give her a back rub to help her relax.
b. Tell her you will leave her alone while she calms down.
c. Calmly talk her through the breathing pattern with each contraction.
d. Notify the health care provider that the patient is out of control and request an order for a sedative.

Qarqy · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The umbilical cord should have one vein and two arteries. The other findings are normal.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
These behaviors are common in the transition phase of labor. The nurse should not leave her alone but should gently reassure her and guide her in her breathing. She may not want to be touched.