A nurse is focusing on temperature regulation of newborns and infants. Which action will the nurse take?
a. Apply just a diaper.
b. Double the clothing.
c. Place a cap on their heads.
d. Increase room temperature to 90 degrees.
ANS: C
A newborn loses up to 30% of body heat through the head and therefore needs to wear a cap to prevent heat loss. Temperature control mechanisms in newborns are immature and respond drastically to changes in the environment; do not increase the room temperature to 90 degrees. Take extra care to protect newborns from environmental temperatures. Provide adequate clothing; do not double the clothing or apply just a diaper.
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