Below what blood glucose level is the newborn considered hypoglycemic?
a. Below 70 mg/dL
b. Below 60 mg/dL
c. Below 50 mg/dL
d. Below 40 mg/dL
ANS: D
A blood glucose level of less than 40 mg/dL is considered hypoglycemic. If the screening sample is below 40 mg/dL, a venous sample will be drawn. After the blood has been drawn, the infant should be fed to prevent a further drop.
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