The nurse has assessed four newborns' respiratory rates immediately following birth. Which respiratory rate would require further assessment by the nurse?
1. 60 breaths per minute
2. 70 breaths per minute
3. 64 breaths per minute
4. 28 breaths per minute
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Rationale 1: The normal range for respirations of a newborn within 2 hours after birth is 60–70 breaths per minute.
Rationale 2: The normal range for respirations of a newborn within 2 hours after birth is 60–70 breaths per minute.
Rationale 3: The normal range for respirations of a newborn within 2 hours after birth is 60–70 breaths per minute.
Rationale 4: If respirations drop below 30 breaths per minute when the infant is at rest, the nurse should notify the physician.
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