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kwoodring

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After birth, the nurse quickly dries and wraps the newborn in a blanket. How does this action prevent heat loss?
 
  a. Conduction
  b. Radiation
  c. Evaporation
  d. Convection

Question 2

In what situation will the physician order RhoGAM?
 
  a. An unsensitized Rh-negative mother has an Rh-positive infant.
  b. An Rh-negative mother becomes sensitized.
  c. A sensitized infant has a rising bilirubin level.
  d. An unsensitized infant exhibits no outward signs.


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CharlieArnold

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

ANS: C
Newborns lose heat quickly after birth as fluid evaporates from their bodies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The Rh-negative woman should receive RhoGAM within 72 hours after the birth of an Rh-positive infant.


kwoodring

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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