Author Question: A new nurse is preparing to administer a vaccination for hepatitis B to an infant. What actions by ... (Read 54 times)

skymedlock · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A new nurse is preparing to administer a vaccination for hepatitis B to an infant. What actions by the new nurse would lead the nurse's preceptor to intervene? (Select all that apply.)

A.
Chooses the ventral gluteal site for injection
B.
Informs parents of the need for one more shot
C.
Obtains informed consent from the parents
D.
Plans to give the vaccination within 1 hour of birth
E.
Prepares the vastus lateralis for the injection

Question 2

The perinatal nurse explains the primary goals of nursing care in the transitional period of newborn life to the nursing student. Which goals does the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

A.
Ensure all newborn screening is completed.
B.
Facilitate breastfeeding in all newborns.
C.
Promote bonding within the new family.
D.
Register the baby with the health department.
E.
Support the infant's physical well-being.

mmj22343 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, D
Hepatitis B is given in a series of three injections in the vastus lateralis muscle. The first shot is given within 12 hours of birth. The nurse should obtain informed consent from the parents.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C, E
During the transitional stage of newborn life, nursing care focuses primarily on two goals: to safeguard and support the neonate's physical well-being and to promote the establishment of a healthy family unit.