A confused person tries to move about after a fall. Which action is correct?
a. Use force to hold the person down.
b. Yell for another assistant to come.
c. Talk to the person in a calm, soothing voice.
d. Call the family for help.
C
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A nurse is assessing a premature newborn. Which assessment findings are consistent with prematurity? (Select all that apply.)
a. Abundant lanugo over the body b. Ear cartilage soft and pliable c. Flexed body posture d. Deep creases on the sole of the foot e. Skin is bright pink, smooth, and shiny.