Author Question: Which of the following are risk factors for hearing impairment in the infant? (Select all that ... (Read 33 times)

Mr.Thesaxman · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which of the following are risk factors for hearing impairment in the infant? (Select all that apply.)

a. Asphyxia
b. High noise levels
c. Prolonged mechanical ventilation
d. Congenital infections
e. Ototoxic drug administration
f. Persistent pulmonary hypertension

Question 2

Parents of an infant with slow weight gain ask the nurse if they can feed their baby a high-concentrated formula. Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

1. A higher-concentrated formula could lead to dehydration because of high sodium content. Let's discuss other strategies..
2. An undiluted formula concentrate could be given to help the child gain weight. Let's look at brands..
3. Evaporated milk could be given to the infant instead of the current formula you're using..
4. A higher-concentrated formula could be given for daytime feedings. Let's work on a schedule..

chem1s3 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C, D, E, F
The risk factors associated with hearing impairment in the infant include asphyxia, high noise levels, congenital infections, ototoxic drug administration, prolonged mechanical ventilation, and persistent pulmonary hypertension. Other risk factors include hyperbilirubinemia, acidosis, sepsis, hydrocephalus, bacterial meningitis, and cranial facial anomalies.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale:
1. Parents and caregivers of bottle-fed babies should be taught never to give undiluted formula concentrate or evaporated milk due to the high sodium content.
2. Parents and caregivers of bottle-fed babies should be taught never to give undiluted formula concentrate or evaporated milk due to the high sodium content.
3. Parents and caregivers of bottle-fed babies should be taught never to give undiluted formula concentrate or evaporated milk due to the high sodium content.
4. Parents and caregivers of bottle-fed babies should be taught never to give undiluted formula concentrate or evaporated milk due to the high sodium content.