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lidoalex

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The nurse is caring for a two-hour-old newborn whose mother is diabetic. The nurse assesses that the newborn is experiencing tremors. What nursing action has the highest priority?
 
  A. Obtain a blood calcium level.
   B. Take the newborn's temperature.
   C. Obtain a bilirubin level.
   D. Place a pulse oximeter on the newborn.

Question 2

A nurse assesses the gestational age of a newborn. She explains to the parents that the newborn is premature. Which of the following findings indicates symptoms of prematurity?
 
  A. Clitoris and labia minora are prominent.
   B. There is a strong sucking reflex.
   C. Umbilical cord has three vessels.
   D. Ears spring back when folded.


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kmb352

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

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Answer to Question 2

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lidoalex

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

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Wow, this really help

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