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NurseDive Free Nursing Practice Question
The nurse is caring for an infant who is small for her gestational age (SGA). Which intervention is of highest priority for this infant who is at risk for hypoglycemia?
A. Ensure the infant breastfeeds in the first hour.
This intervention is correct because it provides the infant with a source of glucose and helps prevent hypoglycemia.
B. Perform a glucose test for the infant before feeding.
A glucose test alone may not provide timely intervention if hypoglycemia is detected.
C. Administer intravenous dextrose infusion within 2 hours.
Administering intravenous dextrose infusion is a rapid and effective way to address hypoglycemia, but early breastfeeding should be the priority action.
D. Ensure the infant is fed every hour for the first 24 hours.
While frequent feeding is beneficial, intravenous dextrose may be necessary for a more immediate impact.
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Full Explanation
A. This intervention is correct because it provides the infant with a source of glucose and helps prevent hypoglycemia.
B. A glucose test alone may not provide timely intervention if hypoglycemia is detected.
C. Administering intravenous dextrose infusion is a rapid and effective way to address hypoglycemia, but early breastfeeding should be the priority action.
D. While frequent feeding is beneficial, intravenous dextrose may be necessary for a more immediate impact.
Similar Questions
A nurse is assessing a newborn immediately following a scheduled cesarean delivery.
Which of the following assessments is the nurse’s priority?
A. Respiratory distress
Assessing for respiratory distress is the priority as the newborn's ability to breathe independently is crucial immediately after birth.
B. Acrocyanosis.
Acrocyanosis is a common and expected finding in newborns, especially in the first few hours after birth.
C. Accidental lacerations
Accidental lacerations, while important to assess, are not as immediately critical as respiratory distress.
D. Hypothermia
While hypothermia is a concern, addressing respiratory distress takes precedence in the immediate postoperative period.
Full Explanation
A. Assessing for respiratory distress is the priority as the newborn's ability to breathe independently is crucial immediately after birth.
B. Acrocyanosis is a common and expected finding in newborns, especially in the first few hours after birth.
C. Accidental lacerations, while important to assess, are not as immediately critical as respiratory distress.
D. While hypothermia is a concern, addressing respiratory distress takes precedence in the immediate postoperative period.
A nurse is caring for a client who has just delivered a newborn. The nurse notes secretions bubbling out of the newborn’s nose and mouth. Which of the following actions is the nurse’s priority?
A. Turn the newborn on his side.
Turning the newborn on his side may be done after suctioning but is not the initial priority.
B. Use a suction catheter with low negative pressure.
Using a suction catheter with low negative pressure may be appropriate, but a bulb syringe is commonly used for newborns.
C. Suction the mouth with a bulb syringe.
Suctioning the mouth is a necessary step to ensure effective breathing.
D. Suction the nose with a bulb syringe
Suctioning the nose with a bulb syringe is the priority to clear the airway and facilitate breathing in the presence of secretions.
Full Explanation
A. Turning the newborn on his side may be done after suctioning but is not the initial priority.
B. Using a suction catheter with low negative pressure may be appropriate, but a bulb syringe is commonly used for newborns.
C. Suctioning the mouth is a necessary step to ensure effective breathing.
D. Suctioning the nose first may cause the infant to gasp and potentially draw the secretions present in the mouth into the airway, which could lead to aspiration.
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about newborn care with a postpartum client. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
A. “I will use mild soap.”
Using mild soap is a suitable practice for newborn skin care.
B. “I will test the water on my wrist for temperature before bathing.”
Testing water temperature before bathing is a safety measure to prevent burns.
C. “Baby powder will help prevent a diaper rash.”
Baby powder is not recommended for newborns as it can cause respiratory issues when inhaled.
D. “I will use a basin during bathing.”
Using a basin during bathing is a reasonable approach to facilitate safe and controlled bathing.
Full Explanation
A. Using mild soap is a suitable practice for newborn skin care.
B. Testing water temperature before bathing is a safety measure to prevent burns.
C. Baby powder is not recommended for newborns as it can cause respiratory issues when inhaled.
D. Using a basin during bathing is a reasonable approach to facilitate safe and controlled bathing.