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fnuegbu

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The parents of a newborn are concerned about caring for the cord. Which statement by the nurse would give them the correct information?
 
  a. The diaper should cover the cord to protect it from rubbing against the clothes
  b. The cord will fall off in 1 to 4 days
  c. Redness, odor, swelling, or drainage should be reported to the doctor
  d. The baby should have frequent tub baths until the cord comes off

Question 2

During which of the following age periods does a child have the most limited alveolar surface for gas exchange in relation to height and weight?
 
  a. infancy c. preschool years
  b. toddler years d. school-age years


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kingfahad97

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
The diaper should be folded down so that it does not cover the cord. The cord will fall off in 10 to 14 days. The baby should not be placed in a tub until the cord comes off.

Answer to Question 2

A

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A Correct. An infant has a more limited alveolar surface for gas exchange, in relation to height and weight, than at any other stage in life.
B Incorrect. The toddler's alveolar surface has expanded, and is less limited than an infant's.
C Incorrect. The preschooler's alveolar surface has expanded, and is less limited than an infant's.
D Incorrect. School-aged children's alveolar surface has expanded, and is less limited than an infant's.


fnuegbu

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
:D TYSM

ultraflyy23

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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