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maegan_martin

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on: Jun 28, 2018
Phototherapy is instituted for an infant. What is the most appropriate nursing action for the infant having phototherapy?
 
  a. Cover the infant's head with a hat.
  b. Dress the infant lightly in a T-shirt.
  c. Keep the infant's eyes covered.
  d. Reposition the infant at least every 4 to 8 hours.

Question 2

Parents of a newborn with a unilateral cleft lip are concerned about having the defect repaired. The nurse explains that a child with a cleft lip usually undergoes surgical repair at which time?
 
  a. Immediately after birth
  b. By 3 months of age
  c. After 12 months of age
  d. Varies in every case


scikid

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

ANS: C
The infant's eyes are protected with patches to prevent damage from the high-intensity lights.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
A cleft lip is repaired by 3 months of age when weight gain is established and the infant is free of infection.


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