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What is the primary reason for focusing on the 'awesome gift inside' when judging newborns?
What is the primary reason for focusing on the 'awesome gift inside' when judging newborns?
- To assess the newborn's weight
- To determine the external appearance of the newborn
- To appreciate the newborn's unique characteristics (correct)
- To monitor the newborn's temperature
Which term refers to the waxy substance found in a newborn's intestines at birth?
Which term refers to the waxy substance found in a newborn's intestines at birth?
- Surfactant
- Meconium (correct)
- Jaundice
- Cold stress
What is the main purpose of neutral thermal environment in newborn care?
What is the main purpose of neutral thermal environment in newborn care?
- To induce periodic breathing
- To regulate neonatal circulation
- To maintain optimal body temperature (correct)
- To stimulate neurobehavioral responses
Which immunoglobulins play a key role in enhancing a newborn's immune system?
Which immunoglobulins play a key role in enhancing a newborn's immune system?
What are the primary challenges faced by newborns during the transition to extrauterine life?
What are the primary challenges faced by newborns during the transition to extrauterine life?
Which term refers to the natural phenomenon of newborns breathing with pauses in between?
Which term refers to the natural phenomenon of newborns breathing with pauses in between?
During the neonatal period, the newborn is exposed to a whole new world of sounds, colors, smells, and sensations because:
During the neonatal period, the newborn is exposed to a whole new world of sounds, colors, smells, and sensations because:
Why is the first hour after birth often called the 'golden hour of life'?
Why is the first hour after birth often called the 'golden hour of life'?
What must occur immediately at birth to sustain extrauterine life?
What must occur immediately at birth to sustain extrauterine life?
Why is being aware of deviations from the norm crucial during the newborn's transition period?
Why is being aware of deviations from the norm crucial during the newborn's transition period?
Which major body system experiences complex changes in newborns as they strive to attain homeostasis after birth?
Which major body system experiences complex changes in newborns as they strive to attain homeostasis after birth?
Why do maternal medical and fetal conditions have a profound effect on the successful transition of the newborn?
Why do maternal medical and fetal conditions have a profound effect on the successful transition of the newborn?
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