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What is the purpose of swabbing the infant's umbilical cord and base with 70% alcohol?
What is the purpose of swabbing the infant's umbilical cord and base with 70% alcohol?
Why are prophylactic eye drops given to all newborns?
Why are prophylactic eye drops given to all newborns?
What should be done before administering prophylaxis medication to a newborn's eyes?
What should be done before administering prophylaxis medication to a newborn's eyes?
Why is vitamin K given shortly after birth to a newborn?
Why is vitamin K given shortly after birth to a newborn?
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What is the purpose of covering the scale used to weigh the infant with a disposable liner?
What is the purpose of covering the scale used to weigh the infant with a disposable liner?
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Why should the infant's identification in the delivery room include the mother's full name?
Why should the infant's identification in the delivery room include the mother's full name?
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What is the primary reason for observing any bleeding when clamping the infant's cord?
What is the primary reason for observing any bleeding when clamping the infant's cord?
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What is the purpose of inspecting the cord to ensure it is clamped or tied securely?
What is the purpose of inspecting the cord to ensure it is clamped or tied securely?
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What is a common practice for cord care to promote healing and prevent infections?
What is a common practice for cord care to promote healing and prevent infections?
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Why is it important to wipe the neonate's eyes clean before administering prophylaxis medication?
Why is it important to wipe the neonate's eyes clean before administering prophylaxis medication?
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