19 Questions
What is the main characteristic of Small-for-Gestational Age Infants?
Below average birth weight for gestational age
What is the main cause of Retinopathy of Prematurity?
High level of oxygen
What is the main manifestation of Necrotizing Enterocolitis?
Cellular death of areas of intestinal mucosa
What is the main therapeutic management for Intraventricular Hemorrhage?
Surgical resection of the affected area
What is the gestational age range for late preterm infants?
34-36 weeks
What causes Respiratory Distress Syndrome in infants?
Lack of maturity in the lungs
What is the main reason for the prolonged dependence on supplemental oxygen in Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia?
Insufficient lung tissue development
Which nursing consideration is important for managing Respiratory Distress Syndrome?
Assisting with weaning off supplemental oxygen
What is Kangaroo care primarily focused on?
Enhancing parent-infant bonding
What is the gestational age range for preterm infants?
28-32 weeks
What are the signs of congenital diaphragmatic hernia?
Barrel-shaped chest and snorting respirations
What interventions are recommended for tracheo-esophageal fistula?
Elevate head of bed and suction to blind pouch
What are the signs of neurotubular defects?
Tissue protruding through vertebral column and hypotonia
What is the intervention for gastroschisis?
Warm, moist, sterile dressing and plastic wrap
What are the signs of choanal atresia?
Snorting respirations and difficulty breathing with feedings
What intervention is recommended for cleft lip and palate?
Feedings with special nipples and prevent aspiration
What physical characteristics indicate a post-term infant?
Absent vernix, decreased lanugo, dry cracked skin, hard long nails
Which physical characteristics indicate a small for gestational age infant?
Decreased subcutaneous tissue, loose skin
What physical characteristics indicate an infant born before the 37th week gestation?
Skin is thin, smooth, shiny with visible veins
This quiz covers the identification and assessment of at-risk newborns, including prenatal and intrapartal risk factors, neonatal factors, potential complications, and assessments at birth such as Apgar scores. It also provides an overview of high-risk infant characteristics and concerns such as congenital anomalies, preterm and postterm birth, small and large for gestational age infants, as well as general concerns like thermoregulation, hypoglycemia, respiratory distress, and hyperbilirubinemia.
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