A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis.
Which of the following symptoms should the nurse expect?

Choice A rationale

Hypoglycemia is a common complication in newborns, especially those who are 8 hours old. The newborn’s body has not yet fully developed the ability to regulate blood sugar levels, leading to hypoglycemia.

Choice B rationale

Neonatal abstinence syndrome is typically seen in newborns exposed to addictive illegal or prescription drugs while in the mother’s womb. Without additional context, it’s not clear if this applies to the newborn in question.

Choice C rationale

Hyperbilirubinemia, or jaundice, is a condition that can occur in newborns, usually a few days after birth. However, it’s less likely to develop within the first 8 hours of life.

Choice D rationale

Drug withdrawal symptoms are similar to neonatal abstinence syndrome and occur in newborns who have been exposed to certain drugs while in the womb. Again, without additional context, it’s not clear if this applies to the newborn in question.

Choice A rationale

Decreased muscle mass is a common age-related musculoskeletal change. As people age, they tend to lose muscle mass due to changes in muscle fiber and decreased physical activity. This can lead to weakness and decreased mobility.

Choice B rationale

Thickened vertebral disks are not typically an age-related change. Instead, the disks often become thinner and less flexible with age, which can lead to conditions like degenerative disk disease.

Choice C rationale

Increased force of isometric contraction is not an age-related musculoskeletal change. In fact, both isometric and isotonic muscle strength tend to decrease with age.

Choice D rationale

Reduced chest width is not typically an age-related musculoskeletal change. However, changes in posture and spinal curvature can affect the shape and function of the chest.