Late preterm infants need closer monitoring during her hospital stay than term infants. In order to prevent unrecognized cold-stress the nurse should perform all except
a. Wean the infant to an open crib.
b. Check temperature every 3 to 4 hours.
c. Encourage kangaroo care.
d. Place infant on a radiant warmer.
A
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A The infant can be placed in an open bassinet after the nurse is assured that the
baby is not experiencing cold stress and can maintain his or her body
temperature.
B LPI infants should have their temperature checked every 3 to 4 hours, depending
on need and agency policy.
C Kangaroo care (a method of providing skin to skin contact between infants and
their parents) should be encouraged.
D If the infant cannot maintain normal temperature they should be placed on a
radiant warmer or in an incubator.
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