A 38-week newborn is found to be small for gestational age (SGA). Which nursing intervention should be included in the care of this newborn?
1. Monitor for feeding difficulties.
2. Assess for facial paralysis.
3. Monitor for signs of hyperglycemia.
4. Maintain a warm environment.
4
Explanation: 4. Hypothermia is a common complication in the SGA newborn; therefore, the newborn's environment must remain warm, to decrease heat loss.
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