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Newborn Care Teaching Plan for Mothers

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What is the purpose of swabbing the infant's umbilical cord and base with 70% alcohol?

To promote healing (correct)
To prevent bacterial growth
To sterilize the cord
To stop bleeding

Why are prophylactic eye drops given to all newborns?

To help with sleep
To prevent eye infections (correct)
To reduce fever
To prevent umbilical cord infection

What should be done before administering prophylaxis medication to a newborn's eyes?

Cover the baby's face
Apply a warm compress to the eyes
Clean the neonate's eyes (correct)
Check the baby's temperature

Why is vitamin K given shortly after birth to a newborn?

To prevent bleeding disorders (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of covering the scale used to weigh the infant with a disposable liner?

To prevent infections between infants (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why should the infant's identification in the delivery room include the mother's full name?

For legal purposes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for observing any bleeding when clamping the infant's cord?

To ensure it is clamped or tied securely (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of inspecting the cord to ensure it is clamped or tied securely?

To prevent cord prolapse (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common practice for cord care to promote healing and prevent infections?

Swabbing with 70% alcohol (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to wipe the neonate's eyes clean before administering prophylaxis medication?

To remove discharge (A) Signup and view all the answers

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