What information should the nurse include when teaching a new ...

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What information should the nurse include when teaching a new mother how to successfully bottle-feed her newborn?
 
  1. Proper dilution of powdered formula is essential to provide adequate nutrition.
  2. Keep formula at room temperature for at least 4 hours to warm it, instead of microwaving it.
  3. Use enough water to dilute the nutrient and calorie density so the infant will drink more formula.
  4. Freeze newly prepared formula for up to 3 months.

Question 2

A pregnant client at 28 weeks' gestation asks the nurse what her baby is like at this stage of pregnancy. How would the nurse describe the fetus? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Select all that apply. 1. The fetus is developing subcutaneous fat.
  2. The fetus is now opening and closing her eyes.
  3. The baby could now breathe on her own, if she were born.
  4. The fetus has fingernails and toenails.
  5. The fetus is forming surfactant needed for lung function.

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Answer to Question 1

1
Explanation: 1. Parents should be instructed to follow the directions on the formula can label precisely as written.

Answer to Question 2

2, 3, 5
Explanation: 2. At 28 weeks, the eyes begin to open and close.
3. At 28 weeks, the delivered baby can breathe.
5. At 28 weeks, the fetus has the surfactant formed needed for breathing.

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