What would be considered normal vital signs for a newborn 1 hour after birth?
a. HR 80 beats/minute, RR 40 breaths/minute
b. HR 110 beats/minute, RR 20 breaths/minute
c. HR 140 beats/minute, RR 50 breaths/minute
d. HR 180 beats/minute, RR 70 breaths/minute
ANS: C
Normal values for a newborn are heart rate (HR) 110 to 160 beats/minute and respiratory rate 30 to 60 breaths/minute.
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