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mpobi80

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The nurse monitors the neonate for signs and symptoms of infection. The nurse suspects the neonate may have an infection when the following signs and symptoms are present:
 
  a. Temperature above 99 F
  b. Tachycardia
  c. Takes frequent feedings
  d. Sleeps well but wakens easily

Question 2

Which of the following is the primary function of the respiratory system?
 
  a. facilitate gas exchange c. clean the blood
  b. get rid of carbon dioxide d. circulate oxygen


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

B
A temperature above 100 F is considered abnormal. Tachycardia is a sign of infection. The other choices are normal findings in a newborn.

Answer to Question 2

A

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A Correct. The primary function of the respiratory system is to facilitate gas exchange in the body.
B Incorrect. The removal of carbon dioxide waste is only one part of the gas exchange.
C Incorrect. Cleaning the blood is euphemistic, and technically incorrect.
D Incorrect. Circulation of oxygen is one part of the gas exchange.


mpobi80

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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