Question 1

The nurse is assessing a newborn's circumcision 30 minutes after the procedure. The nurse notes excessive bleeding coming from the circumcised area. Which priority intervention should the nurse implement?

Accepted Answer

A)   Apply pressure to the site.
B)   Continue to observe for another 30 minutes.
C)   Apply the diaper tightly over the circumcised area.
D)   Apply petroleum jelly to the site with a small piece of gauze.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

Which nursing action is a priority to prevent infection in the newborn? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)   Wearing gloves before touching neonates
B)   Washing hands before and after handling any neonate
C)   Washing hands and arms thoroughly at the beginning of the day
D)   Sharing some equipment that will not transmit infection from one neonate to anotherE) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

The nurse is explaining the procedure of newborn screening to parents before discharge. Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?

Accepted Answer

A)   "We understand the tests are performed at 24 to 48 hours."
B)   "We're glad all the tests can be done on one blood sample."
C)   "We wish the tests would screen for congenital hypothyroidism."
D)   "We know that if the tests are done before 24 hours, the tests will need to be repeated at 1 to 2 weeks."E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

In reviewing safety concerns for the newborn nursery, an ad hoc committee has been organized to discuss methods to prevent infant abduction. Which option can be used to facilitate improved outcomes related to this potential problem?

Accepted Answer

A)   Allow only immediate adult family members to visitor the newborn nursery during unrestricted visiting hours.
B)   Require identification with picture ID confirmation of all family members and/or staff who want to have contact with the newborn.
C)   Make sure that all emergency exits are accessible to staff and clients on the unit.
D)   Limit the number of visitors to two per client who can be on the unit during visiting hours to maintain security.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Exam 21: Care of the Normal Newborn

The nurse is explaining the procedure of newborn screening to parents before discharge. Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?

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Which nursing action is a priority to prevent infection in the newborn? (Select all that apply.)

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In reviewing safety concerns for the newborn nursery, an ad hoc committee has been organized to discuss methods to prevent infant abduction. Which option can be used to facilitate improved outcomes related to this potential problem?

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The nurse is assessing a newborn's circumcision 30 minutes after the procedure. The nurse notes excessive bleeding coming from the circumcised area. Which priority intervention should the nurse implement?

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Exam 21: Care of the Normal Newborn

The nurse is explaining the procedure of newborn screening to parents before discharge. Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?

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Which nursing action is a priority to prevent infection in the newborn? (Select all that apply.)

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In reviewing safety concerns for the newborn nursery, an ad hoc committee has been organized to discuss methods to prevent infant abduction. Which option can be used to facilitate improved outcomes related to this potential problem?

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The nurse is assessing a newborn's circumcision 30 minutes after the procedure. The nurse notes excessive bleeding coming from the circumcised area. Which priority intervention should the nurse implement?

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