The nurse receives report from labor and delivery on an infant and mother couplet. Which reported Apgar score would indicate a need for close observation for the entire transition period by the nurse?
A) 8 at one minute; 9 at five minutes
B) 7 at one minute; 8 at five minutes
C) 6 at one minute; 7 at five minutes
D) 5 at one minute; 6 at five minutes
Question 2
While completing an admission assessment on a newborn the nurse notes poor tone, low temperature, and jitteriness. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention at this time?
A) Check infant temperature, again
B) Complete an entire set of vital signs
C) Assess the infant's blood glucose
D) Check oxygen saturation of the blood