The nurse is caring for a newborn who was born to a narcotic addicted mother. At the age of 24 hours, which expected assessment findings should the nurse consider when planning care for this newborn?

A. Lethargy
B. Decreased muscle tone
C. Exaggerated reflexes
D. Decreased oral secretions


C

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a. Validation b. Clustering related cues c. Identifying gaps in data d. Distinguishing relevant from irrelevant

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The physician has ordered cortisol level testing for a patient. When planning the test, what information should be provided to the patient?

a. The patient will need to be NPO for 6 hours before the procedure. b. Increases in activity levels during the testing period will increase the reliability of results. c. Blood samples will be collected periodi-cally during both the day and night. d. Sodium intake should be limited during the day before the test.

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The nurse observes the client has cyanosis, a blue or gray discoloration of the skin, and recognizes this is seen in clients with decreased:

A) oxygen levels. B) activity. C) heart sounds. D) lung sounds.

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How much of a relationship is there between how adolescents feel about themselves and how they feel about their bodies?

a. none c. a moderate relationship b. very little d. a strong relationship

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