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Newborn Physiological Changes Quiz

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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?

Surfactant

Meconium (correct)

Jaundice

Cold stress

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?

Primary immunoglobulins Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary challenges faced by newborns during the transition to extrauterine life?

Adjusting to air breathing Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the natural phenomenon of newborns breathing with pauses in between?

Periodic breathing Signup and view all the answers

During the neonatal period, the newborn is exposed to a whole new world of sounds, colors, smells, and sensations because:

The newborn is thrust into a brighter and cooler environment after birth. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the first hour after birth often called the 'golden hour of life'?

It is a moment of dramatic and critical intrauterine to extrauterine transition. Signup and view all the answers

What must occur immediately at birth to sustain extrauterine life?

Both circulatory modifications and respiratory gas exchange Signup and view all the answers

Why is being aware of deviations from the norm crucial during the newborn's transition period?

To ensure early identification and prompt intervention Signup and view all the answers

Which major body system experiences complex changes in newborns as they strive to attain homeostasis after birth?

Circulatory system Signup and view all the answers

Why do maternal medical and fetal conditions have a profound effect on the successful transition of the newborn?

They affect the newborn's adaptability for survival outside the uterus. Signup and view all the answers