The neonate will require careful nursing care. Which of the following interventions would the nurse expect to carry out?
a. Daily weights to determine the amount of water loss
b. Estimate the intake and output
c. Record the volume of IV fluids administered according to the infusion pump readout
d. Apply ointment to buttocks after cleaning and while skin is still damp
A
Daily weights are performed to estimate water loss. Strict I & O is assessed, not an estimated amount. The nurse does not rely solely on the infusion pump, but also observes the IV fluid levels. Pumps can make mistakes. Ointment is applied to dry skin, not moist.
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