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Question 1 of 5

The birthing parent has been watched closely by their health-care team because of their risk factors for delivering prematurely. What items in this patient’s medical history and current diagnosis increase their risk for delivering prematurely? Select all that apply.

A. hypertension
B. obesity
C. history of premature delivery
D. history of fibroid removal

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: history of fibroid removal

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is observing a 38-week gestation newborn in the nursery. Data reveals periods of apnea lasting approximately 10 seconds followed by a period of rapid respirations. The infant’s color and heart rate remain unchanged. The nurse suspects that the infant

A. is exhibiting signs of RDS.
B. requires tactile stimulation around the clock to ensure that apneic periods do not progress further.
C. is experiencing periodic breathing episodes and will require continuous monitoring while in the nursery unit.
D. requires the use of CPAP to promote airway expansion.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: is experiencing periodic breathing episodes and will require continuous monitoring while in the nursery unit.

Question 3 of 5

A newborn born 72 hours ago was diagnosed with jaundice, requiring phototherapy. Which is most important to educate the family on at this time?

A. Anticipatory guidance regarding immunization schedules.
B. Covering the newborn’s eyes during phototherapy.
C. Proper clothing for the newborn during seasonal changes
D. How to accurately measure the newborn’s temperature

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Covering the newborn’s eyes during phototherapy.

Question 4 of 5

You are the nurse educator of the newborn nursery. Which behavior indicates a need for further education?

A. Nurse obtaining blood for a blood glucose level using the heel stick method
B. Infant placed on phototherapy after being swaddled
C. Obtaining weight by placing the infant directly on the scale
D. Placing the infant in the supine position to perform Ortolani and Barlow maneuvers

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Obtaining weight by placing the infant directly on the scale

Question 5 of 5

Which maternal risk factor places the high-risk neonate at greatest risk for developing sepsis after delivery?

A. Rupture of membranes at delivery
B. Father has the flu
C. Maternal fever
D. History of herpes simplex virus (HSV) treated with Valtrex

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Maternal fever

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