The newborn is less capable of absorbing fat than older children ...

[londonang]

The newborn is less capable of absorbing fat than older children and adults because of:
 
  a. natural allergies to fat
  b. lack of stomach acid
  c. shorter large and small intestines with shorter emptying time
  d. reduced bile salt secretion and less efficient pancreas

Question 2

When weighing an infant, the nurse should:
 
  a. Weigh the baby naked
  b. Provide a warm room
  c. Keep a hand on the infant to prevent falls
  d. All of the above

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Answer to Question 1

D

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A Incorrect. The newborn is less capable of absorbing fat than older children and adults not because of natural allergies to fat.
B Incorrect. The newborn is less capable of absorbing fat than older children and adults not because of lack of stomach acid.
C Incorrect. The newborn is less capable of absorbing fat than older children and adults not because of shorter large and small intestines with shorter emptying time.
D Correct. The newborn is less capable of absorbing fat than older children and adults because of reduced bile salt secretion from the liver and less efficient pancreas.

Answer to Question 2

D
The baby should be weighed naked for accuracy. The room should be warm because the baby is unclothed. The baby is at risk for falling, so the nurse should keep a hand on the baby at all times.

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