The nurse is planning to assess a newborn's neurologic status. Which behaviors should the nurse focus on during this assessment? Select all that apply.
1. Cry
2. Reflexes
3. Alertness
4. Motor activity
5. Resting posture
Question 2
The nurse explains normal newborn behavior to new parents who are concerned about the baby's desire to be held. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
1. Some babies are easier to deal with than others.
2. Our baby spends more time in the active alert phase.
3. We are lucky to have a baby with a calm disposition.
4. Cuddliness is a social behavior that some babies have.