Author Question: During newborn resuscitation, how does the nurse evaluate the effectiveness of bag-and-mask ... (Read 78 times)

nramada · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

During newborn resuscitation, how does the nurse evaluate the effectiveness of bag-and-mask ventilations?

1. The rise and fall of the chest
2. Sudden wakefulness
3. Urinary output
4. Adequate thermoregulation

Question 2

A 58-year-old father and a 45-year-old mother gave birth to a baby boy 2 days ago. The nurse assesses a single palmar crease and low-set ears on the newborn. The nurse plans to counsel the couple about which chromosomal abnormality?

1. Trisomy 13
2. Trisomy 18
3. Trisomy 21
4. Trisomy 26

Juro · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. With proper resuscitation, chest movement is observed for proper ventilation. Pressure should be adequate to move the chest wall.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 3. A single palmar crease and low-set ears are characteristics of trisomy 21 (Down syndrome).