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nramada

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Compared to older infants of comparable weight, how much higher is the morbidity and mortality rate for preterm infants?
 
  a. 1 to 2 times
  b. 2 to 3 times
  c. 3 to 4 times
  d. 4 to 5 times

Question 2

A neonate is born with weak muscle tone, froglike extremities, and ears that fold easily. From these observations, what gestational age should the nurse give this infant?
 
  a. Full term
  b. Small for gestational age
  c. Preterm
  d. Post-term


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huda

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The morbidity and mortality rate for preterm infants is higher by 3 to 4 times that of an older infant of similar weight.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Preterm infant posture is froglike, the muscle tone is weak, and the ears are easily folded.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

meganmoser117

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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