Author Question: A nurse monitors all newborns in the NICU for hypoglycemia. Which manifestations could indicate ... (Read 55 times)

kfurse · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A nurse monitors all newborns in the NICU for hypoglycemia. Which manifestations could indicate hypoglycemia in one of the babies? (Select all that apply.)

A.
Apneic episodes
B.
None (asymptomatic)
C.
Eye rolling
D.
Lethargy
E.
Palmar sweating

Question 2

A baby is admitted with a long-bone fracture. What nursing actions are appropriate in the care of this baby? (Select all that apply.)

A.
Elevation of the extremity
B.
Frequent neurovascular checks
C.
Heat therapy to reduce muscle spasm
D.
Immobilization while healing
E.
Traction at 0.1 kg per 1 kg/baby's weight

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

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
Apneic episodes, eye rolling, and lethargy are among the manifestations of hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemic infants can also be asymptomatic. Palmar sweating is indicative of pain.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D
Nursing care appropriate for the newborn with a long-bone fracture includes immobilization (usually in a soft splint), frequent neurovascular checks, elevation of the extremity above the heart, cold therapy (not heat), and pain medication.