The nurse monitors the neonate for signs and symptoms of infection. The nurse suspects the neonate may have an infection when the following signs and symptoms are present:
a. Temperature above 99° F
b. Tachycardia
c. Takes frequent feedings
d. Sleeps well but wakens easily
B
A temperature above 100° F is considered abnormal. Tachycardia is a sign of infection. The other choices are normal findings in a newborn.
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