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Collmarie

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What is oral candidiasis (thrush) in the newborn?
 
  a. Bacterial infection that is life threatening in the neonatal period
  b. Bacterial infection of mucous membranes that responds readily to treatment
  c. Yeastlike fungal infection of mucous membranes that is relatively common
  d. Benign disorder that is transmitted from mother to newborn during the birth process only

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The parents of a newborn ask the nurse what caused the baby's facial nerve paralysis. The nurse's response is based on knowledge that this is caused by a(n):
 
  a. genetic defect.
  b. birth injury.
  c. spinal cord injury.
  d. inborn error of metabolism.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Oral candidiasis, characterized by white adherent patches on the tongue, palate, and inner aspects of the cheeks, is not uncommon in newborns. Candida albicans is the usual causative organism. Oral candidiasis is usually a benign disorder in the newborn, often confined to the oral and diaper regions. It is caused by a yeastlike organism and is treated with good hygiene, application of a fungicide, and correction of any underlying disorder. Thrush can be transmitted in several ways, including by maternal transmission during delivery; person-to-person transmission; and contaminated bottles, hands, or other objects.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Pressure on the facial nerve during delivery may result in injury to cranial nerve VII, which can occur with birth injury. A genetic defect, spinal cord injury, or inborn error of metabolism would not cause facial paralysis.


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