Author Question: The nurse is caring for a newborn who was circumcised earlier in the day. What should be included in ... (Read 77 times)

sheilaspns · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is caring for a newborn who was circumcised earlier in the day. What should be included in the plan of care?

a. Administration of a topical anesthetic to the site
b. Application of ice to stop bleeding
c. Retraction of any remaining foreskin
d. Observation for bleeding for the first 12 hours

Question 2

Which finding should the nurse suspect as abnormal in the newborn during the initial assessment?

a. Eyes crossed at times
b. Persistent high-pitched cry
c. Arms and legs flexed
d. Slight bluish tinge of the extremities

polinasid · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse should assess for bleeding for the first 12 hours following the circumcision. Gentle pressure should be applied to control bleeding. The administration of topical anesthetic and the retraction of the remaining foreskin are not included in the plan of care.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
A high-pitched cry may indicate neurologic problems. Occasional crossing of the eyes, flexing of the arms and legs, and a bluish tinge of the extremities are all considered normal assessment findings in the newborn.