The nurse should examine the newborn during which behavioral state to obtain the most accurate information? (Select all that apply.)
a. Deep sleep d. Quiet alert
b. Light sleep e. Crying
c. Drowsy f. Considerable motor activity
C, D
In order to obtain the most accurate data, the nurse should examine the newborn during the drowsy or quiet alert state. Examining the newborn during the state of light sleep or deep sleep would disturb the sleep pattern. Also, an examination during considerable motor activity or when the newborn is crying may intensify and prolong the motor activity and crying.
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