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What is the first priority in the care of a newborn in the first days of life?
What is the first priority in the care of a newborn in the first days of life?
- Initiation and maintenance of respirations (correct)
- Prevention of infection
- Establishment of extrauterine circulation
- Intake of adequate nourishment
What is a common indication that a newborn is having difficulty transitioning from intrauterine to extrauterine life?
What is a common indication that a newborn is having difficulty transitioning from intrauterine to extrauterine life?
- High birth weight
- Low Apgar Score rating (correct)
- Strong reflexes
- Immediate crying
Why is it essential to screen women for risk factors during pregnancy?
Why is it essential to screen women for risk factors during pregnancy?
- To identify infants who will need greater than usual care at birth (correct)
- To identify infants who will need vaccinations
- To determine the due date of delivery
- To monitor the mother's health during pregnancy
What is the eighth priority in the care of a newborn in the first days of life?
What is the eighth priority in the care of a newborn in the first days of life?
What is an example of a concurrent disease condition that may lead to illness in a newborn?
What is an example of a concurrent disease condition that may lead to illness in a newborn?
What is the primary goal of developmental care for newborns?
What is the primary goal of developmental care for newborns?
What is the primary concern for newborns who are born dysmature?
What is the primary concern for newborns who are born dysmature?
What is the categorization of preterm birth when the baby is born before 28 weeks of gestation?
What is the categorization of preterm birth when the baby is born before 28 weeks of gestation?
Which of the following is a common factor associated with preterm birth?
Which of the following is a common factor associated with preterm birth?
What is a pregnancy-related problem that increases the risk of preterm labor or early delivery?
What is a pregnancy-related problem that increases the risk of preterm labor or early delivery?
What is a characteristic of a preterm infant's appearance?
What is a characteristic of a preterm infant's appearance?
What is a risk factor for preterm labor and premature delivery?
What is a risk factor for preterm labor and premature delivery?
