Characteristics of a premature infant are: (Select all that apply.)
a. Lanugo over the forehead and shoulders
b. Loose transparent skin
c. Copious vernix caseosa
d. Flat abdomen
e. Large genitals
A, B
The preterm infant has lanugo over the forehead and shoulders, loose transparent skin, a small amount of vernix, a protruding abdomen, and small genitals.
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a. are evoked in nonstressful situations b. are unconscious decisions c. become the only way of responding to a threat d. do not protect the mind from stressors
In some situations, the perinatal nurse administers betamethasone to the laboring woman at least 24 hours prior to birth, if possible, to prompt the production of fetal surfactant and hopefully improve respiratory functioning in the neonate
Which of the following conditions are contraindications to receiving this drug? A) Pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH) B) Emergency cesarean section C) Preterm birth D) Fetal asphyxia during childbirth
The LPN/LVN charge nurse has assigned tasks to the nursing assistant staff and the LPN/LVN orienting to the unit. On which statement about responsibility for outcomes should the LPN/LVN charge nurse base her or his actions?
a. The LPN/LVN charge nurse has no further responsibility, because the staff members have accepted the assignments and are responsible for completing all tasks. b. The LPN/LVN charge nurse is responsible for checking the outcomes of care of the LPN/LVN orientee only because he is not an official member of the staff. c. The LPN/LVN charge nurse is responsible for checking the outcomes of care of the nursing assistants only, because the nursing assistants are unlicensed, whereas the LPN/LVN orientee is a licensed employee. d. The LPN/LVN charge nurse is legally responsible for checking the outcomes of all assignments made.
Which statement is accurate regarding pharmacotherapy in the older adult?
1. Increased body water can lead to a higher risk of drug toxicity. 2. Plasma levels are increased, leading to a heightened drug response. 3. Generally, drug doses should be increased due to prolonged drug metabolism. 4. Drug absorption is slower due to increased gastric pH.