Just after delivery, a newborn's axillary temperature is 94 degrees F. What action would be most appropriate?
A) Assess the newborn's gestational age.
B) Rewarm the newborn gradually.
C) Observe the newborn every hour.
D) Notify the physician if the temperature goes lower.
B
Response:
A newborn's temperature is typically maintained at 36.5 to 37.5 degrees C (97.7 to 99.7 degrees F). Since this newborn's temperature is significantly lower, the nurse should institute measures to rewarm the newborn gradually. Assessment of gestational age is completed regardless of the newborn's temperature. Observation would be inappropriate because lack of action may lead to a further lowering of the temperature. The nurse should notify the physician of the newborn's current temperature since it is outside normal parameters.
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