Author Question: Which should the nurse use when assessing the physical maturity of a newborn? a. Length b. Apgar ... (Read 73 times)

daltonest1984 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which should the nurse use when assessing the physical maturity of a newborn?

a. Length
b. Apgar score
c. Posture at rest
d. Chest circumference

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a child with erythema multiforme (Stevens-Johnson syndrome). What local manifestations does the nurse expect to assess in this child? (Select all that apply.)

a. Papular urticaria
b. Erythematous papular rash
c. Lesions absent in the scalp
d. Lesions enlarge by peripheral expansion
e. Firm papules that may be capped by vesicles

bubulittle310@msn.cn · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
With the newborn quiet and in a supine position, the degree of flexion in the arms and legs can be used for determination of gestational age. Length and chest circumference reflect the newborn's size and weight, which vary according to race and gender. Birth weight alone is a poor indicator of gestational age and fetal maturity. The Apgar score is an indication of the newborn's adjustment to extrauterine life.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D
Local manifestations of erythema multiforme include an erythematous popular rash, lesions involving most skin surfaces except the scalp and lesions that enlarge by peripheral expansion. Papular urticaria and firm papules capped by vesicles are characteristics of an insect bite.