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?

    <p>To prevent bleeding disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To prevent infections between infants</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>For legal purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To ensure it is clamped or tied securely</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To prevent cord prolapse</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Swabbing with 70% alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To remove discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

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