A woman gives birth to a newborn at 36 weeks' gestation. She ...

[vicky]

A woman gives birth to a newborn at 36 weeks' gestation. She tells the nurse, I'm so glad that my baby isn't premature.. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
 
  A) You are lucky to have given birth to a term newborn..
  B) We still need to monitor him closely for problems..
  C) How do you feel about delivering your baby at 36 weeks?
  D) Your baby is premature and needs monitoring in the NICU..

Question 2

The nurse is helping parents develop the developmental task of initiative in their preschool-age child. Which activity should the nurse suggest the parents implement?
 
  A) Teach the child street-crossing safety.
  B) Help the child learn how to follow rules.
  C) Allow the child to experiment with molding clay.
  D) Provide the child with clothes that snap rather than button.

[Sweetkitty24130]

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
A baby born at 36 weeks' gestation is considered a late preterm newborn. These newborns face similar challenges as those of preterm newborns and require similar care. Telling the mother that close monitoring is necessary can prevent any misconceptions that she might have and prepare her for what might arise. The baby is not considered a term newborn, nor is the baby considered premature. The decision for care in the NICU would depend on the newborn's status. Asking the woman how she feels about the delivery demonstrates caring but does not address the woman's lack of understanding about her newborn.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
To gain a sense of initiative, preschoolers need exposure to a wide variety of play materials so they can learn as much about how things work as possible. The parents should be urged to provide play materials that encourage creative play such as modeling clay. Any experience with free-form play is helpful. Street-crossing safety, following rules, and providing clothes that snap will not support the developmental task of initiative as much as providing a substance to experiment during play.