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Redwolflake15

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The nurse is caring for an infant that suffered trauma, hypoxia, and asphyxia during the birth process. What would she most likely see noted in the infant's chart?
 
  a. Intraventricular hemorrhage
  b. Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
  c. Necrotizing enterocolitis
  d. Retinopathy of prematurity

Question 2

The nurse must be alert for signs of overhydration in preterm newborns. Which sign(s) or symptom(s) would suggest fluid overload? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Urine specific gravity <1.001
  b. Increased weight gain
  c. Depressed fontanelles
  d. Edema
  e. Urinary output <1 ml>  f. Poor tissue turgor
  g. Rales


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manuelcastillo

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

ANS: A
Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) is a common type of intracranial hemorrhage that occurs in infants born at less than 32 weeks' gestation. Potential causes include capillary fragility, increased cerebral blood flow, and unstable blood gas levels. Trauma, hypoxia, and asphyxia during the birth process are also implicated in IVH.

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ANS: A, B, D, G
Depressed fontanelles, urinary output <1 ml>


Redwolflake15

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Gracias!

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Wow, this really help

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