A nurse preceptor asks a new graduate to identify the risk factors for necrotizing enterocolitis. Which response by the student would indicate that further clarification is needed? (Select all that apply.)
a. Asphyxia
b. Prematurity
c. Polycythemia
d. Hyperosmolar feedings
e. Hypoviscosity
f. Rapid increase in volume of feedings
E
The preceptor would recognize that further clarification is needed if the new graduate responded hypoviscosity. The risk factors for necrotizing enterocolitis include asphyxia, prematurity, polycythemia, hyperviscosity (not hypoviscosity), hyperosmolar feedings, and rapid increase in volume of feedings.
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