The nurse is observing a newborn. He notes that the infant's respiratory rate is 66, the nostrils flare out, and the newborn makes a grunting sound during respiration. From these findings the nurse recognizes that likely the infant is:
A) burning brown fat.
B) cold-stressed.
C) in respiratory distress.
D) experiencing radiation heat loss.
C
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A patient who is taking digoxin (Lanoxin) is admitted with possible hypokalemia. What should the nurse realize might occur with this patient?
1. Digoxin toxicity may occur. 2. A higher dose of digoxin (Lanoxin) may be needed. 3. A diuretic may be needed. 4. Fluid volume deficit may occur.
The nurse is counseling a pregnant woman who intends to see a naturopathic physician
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The nurse is aware that sexuality is part of growth and development. The preschooler's interest in gender sexuality is characterized by an interest in:
1. Exploring his or her own genitalia 2. Learning how and why his or her anatomy differs from other children 3. Playing and developing friendships with children of the opposite sex 4. Spending most of his or her time with the parent of the opposite sex