A nurse is assessing a newborn 1 hour after birth.
Which of the following respiratory rates is within the expected reference range for a newborn?

110/min.

100/min.

24/min.

60/min.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice D rationale

The normal respiratory rate for a newborn is between 30 to 60 breaths per minute. A rate of 60/min is within this range.

Choice A rationale

A respiratory rate of 110/min is too high for a newborn and may indicate respiratory distress.

Choice B rationale

A respiratory rate of 100/min is also too high for a newborn and may indicate respiratory distress.

Choice C rationale

A respiratory rate of 24/min is too low for a newborn and may indicate respiratory depression.

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Correct Answer is {"A":{"answers":"A"},"B":{"answers":"A"},"C":{"answers":"B"},"D":{"answers":"A"},"E":{"answers":"B"}}

Explanation

A. Milia: Expected (normal) finding.

B. Barrel-shaped chest: Expected (normal) finding.

C. Respiratory rate 66/min: Abnormal finding.

D. Acrocyanosis present: Expected (normal) finding.

E. Polydactyly: Abnormal finding.

A. A newborn who is 12 hours post-delivery and has a temperature of 37.0°C (98.6°F). B. A newborn who is 27 hours post-delivery and has not voided. C. A newborn who is 18 hours post-delivery and has not passed meconium. D. A newborn who is 18 hours post-delivery and has acrocyanosis.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale

A newborn with a temperature of 37.0°C (98.6°F) is within the normal range for newborns and does not require immediate intervention.

Choice B rationale

A newborn who has not voided within 27 hours post-delivery requires immediate intervention. Newborns should void within the first 24 hours of life. Failure to void may indicate dehydration, urinary tract obstruction, or renal issues.

Choice C rationale

A newborn who has not passed meconium within 18 hours post-delivery is concerning but not as urgent as not voiding. Newborns typically pass meconium within the first 24-48 hours.

Choice D rationale

Acrocyanosis, or bluish discoloration of the hands and feet, is common in newborns and usually resolves on its own. It does not require immediate intervention.

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