18 Questions
Which of the following is NOT listed as a predisposing factor for a newborn at risk?
Full-term birth
What defines a newborn at risk?
A newborn exposed to circumstances that endanger its life
What is a common problem of premature neonates?
Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)
What is a common problem for post-term newborns?
Physiological jaundice
Which condition requires nursing management under phototherapy for the neonate?
Physiological jaundice
Which factor during labor can lead to complications for the neonate?
Prolonged rupture of membranes
What is the recommended method of nutrition for premature newborns with feeding problems during the acute stage of the disease?
Gavage feeding
Why is ventilation support recommended to correct respiratory acidosis in premature newborns?
To assist in breathing
Why should oxygen be warmed and humidified before entering the respiratory tract of premature newborns?
To improve gas exchange
What is the reason for delaying suction for an hour after surfactant administration in premature newborns?
To avoid aspiration
In premature newborns, what is the primary goal of maintaining a neutral thermal environment?
To conserve oxygen utilization
When should broad-spectrum antibiotics be administered to premature newborns?
If blood cultures are positive
What is the purpose of phototherapy in managing hyperbilirubinemia in newborns?
To convert unconjugated bilirubin to a water-soluble form
What is the recommended frequency for assessing a newborn's body temperature under phototherapy?
Every 6 hours
Why should newborns under phototherapy be positioned differently every 2 hours?
To reduce the risk of burns and skin excoriation
What is the importance of assessing the intensity of the light source during phototherapy?
To prevent burns and excoriation
Why is it necessary to measure a newborn's bilirubin level every 4 to 12 hours during phototherapy?
To monitor response to treatment
What is a key aspect of nursing management for a newborn under phototherapy to prevent skin irritation?
Frequent skin cleaning
Learn about common problems of premature neonates, therapeutic management of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), differentiation between physiological and pathological jaundice, and nursing management for neonates under phototherapy. This lecture covers the definition of a newborn at risk and the circumstances that can endanger their life.
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