The nurse is caring for a newborn who was just born in a precipitous delivery. What are the implications of such a birth? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Hypoxia from decreased uteroplacental circulation
2. Meconium-stained fluid
3. Brachial plexus injuries
4. Low temperature
5. Intracranial trauma from rapid birth and delivery
1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: Hypoxia can result from decreased uteroplacental circulation caused by intense uterine contractions.
Rationale 2: Meconium-stained fluid can result in meconium aspiration.
Rationale 3: Brachial plexus injuries are caused by rapid descent and uncontrolled birth.
Rationale 4: Low temperature is not associated with precipitous birth.
Rationale 5: Intracranial trauma can result from a rapid birth.
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