The nurse is planning to assess a newborn's neurologic status. Which behaviors should the nurse focus on during this assessment? Select all that apply
1. Cry
2. Reflexes
3. Alertness
4. Motor activity
5. Resting posture
1, 3, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. The neurologic examination should begin with a period of observation, noting the general physical characteristics and behaviors of the newborn. Important behaviors to assess include cry.
2. The neurologic examination should begin with a period of observation, noting the general physical characteristics and behaviors of the newborn. Reflexes are elicited; not observed.
3. The neurologic examination should begin with a period of observation, noting the general physical characteristics and behaviors of the newborn. Important behaviors to assess include the state of alertness.
4. The neurologic examination should begin with a period of observation, noting the general physical characteristics and behaviors of the newborn. Important behaviors to assess include motor activity.
5. The neurologic examination should begin with a period of observation, noting the general physical characteristics and behaviors of the newborn. Important behaviors to assess include resting posture.
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