NUR 335 EXAM 4 2026/2027 – NURSING STUDY GUIDE, PRACTICE QUESTIONS,
EXAM REVIEW & TEST PREP
What are the steps to bathing? - correct answer ✔✔Gather all supplies for bathing
Start from the cleanest area (eyes) and end with the dirtiest area (buttock).
• Cleanse eyes from the inner to outer aspects using a clean corner of the washcloth per eye to reduce
the risk of transfer of infection from one eye to the other. Wring out excess water from the washcloth
before washing the eyes and face.
• Wash hair by massaging the scalp with a hand, soft brush, or washcloth. Rinse with water. Dry hair
immediately (or wash hair last) as the infant can lose significant heat from a wet head.
• Lift the chin to clean neck folds, where milk often collects.
• Cleanse the upper body with your hands or soft cloth and rinse.
• Cleanse the lower body.
• Clean female genitals by washing from front to back to decrease the risk of cystitis.
• Elevate the scrotum and cleanse the area.
• Dry the infant by patting the skin with a towel. Move from the damp towel to dry towel or blanket.
Once dry, dress the infant in a clean diaper and clean clothes.
What is a APGAR score? - correct answer ✔✔A rapid assessment of five physiological signs that indicate
the physiological status of the newborn including
Heart rate based on auscultation
• Respiratory rate based on observed movement of chest
• Muscle tone based on degree of flexion and movement of extremities
• Reflex irritability based on response to tactile stimulation
• Color based on observation
Each component is given a score of 0, 1, or 2. An Apgar score of:
• 0 to 3 indicates severe distress.
• 4 to 6 indicates moderate difficulty with transition to extrauterine life.
• 7 to 10 indicates stable status.
What are Signs and symptoms of birth trauma? - correct answer ✔✔
How do you do blood draws? - correct answer ✔✔
What is bonding and attachment? - correct answer ✔✔
How can a nurse promote bonding and attachment? - correct answer ✔✔
What are expected findings of the cardiovascular assessment? - correct answer ✔✔
What are unexpected findings of the cardiovascular assessment? - correct answer ✔✔
What is the correct usage of Car seat safety? - correct answer ✔✔
Which babies need a car seat safety challenge? - correct answer ✔✔
EXAM REVIEW & TEST PREP
What are the steps to bathing? - correct answer ✔✔Gather all supplies for bathing
Start from the cleanest area (eyes) and end with the dirtiest area (buttock).
• Cleanse eyes from the inner to outer aspects using a clean corner of the washcloth per eye to reduce
the risk of transfer of infection from one eye to the other. Wring out excess water from the washcloth
before washing the eyes and face.
• Wash hair by massaging the scalp with a hand, soft brush, or washcloth. Rinse with water. Dry hair
immediately (or wash hair last) as the infant can lose significant heat from a wet head.
• Lift the chin to clean neck folds, where milk often collects.
• Cleanse the upper body with your hands or soft cloth and rinse.
• Cleanse the lower body.
• Clean female genitals by washing from front to back to decrease the risk of cystitis.
• Elevate the scrotum and cleanse the area.
• Dry the infant by patting the skin with a towel. Move from the damp towel to dry towel or blanket.
Once dry, dress the infant in a clean diaper and clean clothes.
What is a APGAR score? - correct answer ✔✔A rapid assessment of five physiological signs that indicate
the physiological status of the newborn including
Heart rate based on auscultation
• Respiratory rate based on observed movement of chest
• Muscle tone based on degree of flexion and movement of extremities
• Reflex irritability based on response to tactile stimulation
• Color based on observation
Each component is given a score of 0, 1, or 2. An Apgar score of:
• 0 to 3 indicates severe distress.
• 4 to 6 indicates moderate difficulty with transition to extrauterine life.
• 7 to 10 indicates stable status.
What are Signs and symptoms of birth trauma? - correct answer ✔✔
How do you do blood draws? - correct answer ✔✔
What is bonding and attachment? - correct answer ✔✔
How can a nurse promote bonding and attachment? - correct answer ✔✔
What are expected findings of the cardiovascular assessment? - correct answer ✔✔
What are unexpected findings of the cardiovascular assessment? - correct answer ✔✔
What is the correct usage of Car seat safety? - correct answer ✔✔
Which babies need a car seat safety challenge? - correct answer ✔✔
