Author Question: A newborn infant weighs 7 pounds, 2 ounces, on the fifth day of life. How much water should be given ... (Read 87 times)

rmenurse · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A newborn infant weighs 7 pounds, 2 ounces, on the fifth day of life. How much water should be given to the newborn based on required fluid needs?

a. Fluid replacement should be based on weight and calculated in the range of 60 to 100 mL/kg.
b. Offer additional water to tolerance in between infant feedings to maintain hydration.
c. Give 12 ounces of fluid per feeding.
d. No water is needed because formula and breast milk are adequate to maintain hydration.

Question 2

What is the most serious consequence of propping an infant's bottle?

a. Colic
b. Aspiration
c. Dental caries
d. Ear infections

flexer1n1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
There is an expected weight loss of up to 10 postdelivery, so fluid replacement should be calculated to improve health outcomes and maintain adequate hydration.12 ounces of fluid per feeding is excessive and may cause overdistention. Offering water between feedings to tolerance may not provide enough fluid replacement. Newborn infants require additional water to supplement feedings and support hydration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Propping the bottle increases the likelihood of choking and aspiration if regurgitation occurs. Colic can occur but is not the most serious consequence. Dental caries becomes a problem when milk stays on the gums for a long period of time. This may cause a buildup of bacteria that will alter the growing teeth buds. However, this is not the most serious consequence. Ear infections can occur when the warm formula runs into the ear and bacterial growth occurs. However, this is not the most serious consequence.