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Question 1 of 5

When educating the parents of a newborn about newborn positions, patterns, and cues, what statement by the mother confirms that more teaching is needed?

A. When my baby is sleepy, he may yawn or rub his eyes.
B. My baby may start looking away or ignoring us when she is overstimulated or sleepy.
C. Crying or fussing happens when I don’t pick up on her other sleep cues.
D. My baby will fuss, get irritable, or cry inconsolably when he is starting to get sleepy.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: My baby will fuss, get irritable, or cry inconsolably when he is starting to get sleepy.

Question 2 of 5

Which type of formula should not be diluted before being administered to an infant?

A. Powdered
B. Concentrated
C. Ready to use
D. Modified cow's milk

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ready to use

Question 3 of 5

During discharge teaching, the parents ask the nurse which type of thermometer is the most accurate to take their newborn’s temperature. What is the nurse’s best reply to this question?

A. a tympanic thermometer
B. a glass rectal thermometer (mercury)
C. a digital axillary thermometer
D. a digital rectal thermometer

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: a digital rectal thermometer

Question 4 of 5

What is the Apgar score for the infant whose findings are heart rate 120 bpm, crying vigorously, actively moving extremities, blue hands and feet, and sneezed upon suctioning with bulb suction?

A. Score of 7
B. Score of 8
C. Score of 9
D. Score of 10

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Score of 9

Question 5 of 5

A new patient asks, 'Why are you doing a gestational age assessment on my baby?' The nurse's best response is

A. It was ordered by your physician.'
B. This must be done to meet insurance requirements.'
C. It helps us identify infants who are at risk for any problems.'
D. The gestational age determines how long the infant will be hospitalized.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: It helps us identify infants who are at risk for any problems.'

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