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Newborn Assessment Signs Quiz

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Which of the following are signs of respiratory problems during the initial newborn assessment? (Select all that apply)

Sternal retractions (correct)
Nasal flaring (correct)
Chest retractions (correct)
Normal breathing

During the initial newborn assessment, which of the following would be signs of a problem? (Select all that apply)

Labored breathing, grunting on exhalation (correct)
Normal breathing pattern, acrocyanosis
General cyanosis, flaccid body posture (correct)
Active movement and alertness

What is the normal respiratory rate for newborns?

20-30 breaths per minute
30-60 breaths per minute (correct)
60-80 breaths per minute
80-100 breaths per minute

What is acrocyanosis in a newborn?

A condition where the baby's hands and feet are blue but the body is pink. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a newborn's expected heart rate?

110-160 beats per minute (B) Signup and view all the answers

When are APGAR scores collected?

At 1 and 5 minutes after birth (A) Signup and view all the answers

What antibiotic is put in a newborn's eyes to prevent infection?

Erythromycin (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is Vitamin K given to newborns?

To prevent vitamin K deficiency bleeding (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'A' in APGAR stand for?

Appearance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does APGAR stand for?

Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, Respiration (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest APGAR score one can receive?

10 (B) Signup and view all the answers

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