Fetal Development and Preterm Birth
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What factors have studies shown to be related to prematurity?

  • Exercise and a balanced diet
  • Smoking, alcohol consumption, and narcotics use (correct)
  • High income and regular prenatal care
  • Adequate sleep and proper hydration
  • What is monitored in all preterm infants?

  • Heart rate exclusively
  • Intake and output (correct)
  • Vital signs occasionally
  • Blood pressure only
  • What is a characteristic feature of preterm infants compared to full-term infants?

  • More subcutaneous fat
  • Less vernix
  • Higher muscle tone
  • More vernix (correct)
  • What is essential for the survival of a preterm newborn?

    <p>Warmth and proper thermoregulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hypoxia in relation to oxygen levels?

    <p>Lack of oxygen on the cellular level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do nurses organize care for preterm infants in a clustered manner?

    <p>To minimize handling and stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as hypoglycemia in a term infant?

    <p>$40$ mg/dL glucose level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some problems associated with prematurity?

    <p>Hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, hemorrhage from fragile vessels, poor resistance to infection, and inadequate nutrition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided to ensure the survival of preterm newborns?

    <p>Cold stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

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