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berenicecastro

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on: Jun 28, 2018
In a neutral thermal environment, the newborn infant's axillary temperature should remain:
 
  a. At least at 35.5 C (96.0 F)
  b. Between 36.5 and 37.5 C (97.7 and 99.5 F)
  c. At 37.0 C (98.6 F)
  d. Above 36.6 C (98 F)

Question 2

The first nursing action to prevent heat loss in a newly delivered infant is to:
 
  a. Dry the infant.
  b. Place the infant in a radiant heat bed.
  c. Place the infant on the mother's abdomen.
  d. Give the infant to the father or significant other to hold.


IRincones

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

ANS: B
An axillary temperature between 36.5 and 37.5 C (97.7 and 99.5 F) will minimize heat loss from the skin. A temperature above or below this range can stress the newborn.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Newborns can rapidly lose heat by evaporation if the skin is wet, so they should be dried immediately after delivery. Other measures to maintain heat include placing a cap on the head, wrapping in warm blankets, using radiant warmers, and placing the dry infant on the mother's chest and abdomen.


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berenicecastro

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Reply #2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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