The nurse is assessing a term newborn and finds a rash of firm pustules with a red base on the face and trunk. Based on the assessment findings, the nurse determines this about the rash:

It is an abnormal finding called seborrheic dermatitis.

It is a normal finding called Epstein pearls.

It is an abnormal finding indicating congenital syphilis infection.

It is a normal finding called erythema toxicum.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Seborrheic dermatitis presents with greasy, yellow scales on the scalp, not pustules.
B. Epstein pearls are white cystic lesions found on the gums or roof of the mouth.
C. Congenital syphilis presents with more severe systemic signs and not just a pustular rash.
D. Erythema toxicum is a common, benign, self-limiting newborn rash that appears as firm pustules on a red base, typically seen on the face and trunk.

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Correct Answer is {"dropdown-group-1":"B","dropdown-group-2":"C"}

Explanation

Prolactin: This hormone, released by the anterior pituitary gland, stimulates the alveolar cells in the mammary glands to produce breast milk. Prolactin levels increase significantly after birth in response to the infant's suckling.

Oxytocin: Released by the posterior pituitary gland, oxytocin triggers the contraction of the myoepithelial cells surrounding the alveoli, causing milk to be ejected from the ducts, a process known as the let-down reflex.

A. 9 B. 7 C. 6 D. 8

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Heart Rate: 108 bpm = 2 points, Respiratory Effort: Regular rate with a cry = 2 points, Muscle Tone: Some flexion = 1 point, Reflex Irritability: Vigorous cry with stimulation = 2 points, Color: Pink body, blue extremities (acrocyanosis) = 1 point: Total APGAR Score: 8
B. A. Heart Rate: 108 bpm = 2 points, Respiratory Effort: Regular rate with a cry = 2 points, Muscle Tone: Some flexion = 1 point, Reflex Irritability: Vigorous cry with stimulation = 2 points, Color: Pink body, blue extremities (acrocyanosis) = 1 point: Total APGAR Score: 8
C. A. Heart Rate: 108 bpm = 2 points, Respiratory Effort: Regular rate with a cry = 2 points, Muscle Tone: Some flexion = 1 point, Reflex Irritability: Vigorous cry with stimulation = 2 points, Color: Pink body, blue extremities (acrocyanosis) = 1 point: Total APGAR Score: 8
D. A. Heart Rate: 108 bpm = 2 points, Respiratory Effort: Regular rate with a cry = 2 points, Muscle Tone: Some flexion = 1 point, Reflex Irritability: Vigorous cry with stimulation = 2 points, Color: Pink body, blue extremities (acrocyanosis) = 1 point: Total APGAR Score: 8

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The nurse is assessing a term newborn and finds a rash of firm pustules with a red base on the face and trunk. Based on the assessment findings, the nurse determines this about the rash:

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Complete the following sentence by using the list of options There are two main hormones that have a significant role in lactation. ______ is responsible for the stimulation of breastmilk production and ______ triggers the let-down reflex.

Correct Answer is {"dropdown-group-1":"B","dropdown-group-2":"C"}

Explanation

The nurse notes that a newborn, who is 5 minutes old, exhibits the following characteristics: pink body with blue hands and feet, heart rate 108 bpm. respiratory rate 36 per minute, some flexion, and a vigorous cry with stimulation. What does the nurse determine the baby's APGAR score to be?

Correct Answer is D

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