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how do you preform a fundal massage
two Hans w woman in supine, knees flexed slightly
palpate abdomen gently - feeling for top of uterus, other hand Is stabilizing
what is attachment
development of strong affection between an infant and a significant other
reciprocal
attachment relationship formed between the infant and primary caregiver influences the child's
view of the world and future relationship
process - doesn't occur instantly- right after birth
how to take newborn temp w a probe
avoid bony areas or w/ brown fat = inaccurate temp
usually placed over liver when newborn supine
whats radiation
loss of body heat to cooler, solid surfaces that are in proximity but not in direct contact with the
newborn.
vol of heat loss depends on size of cold surface area, temp of newborn
how can an rn teach a new parent to reduce heat loss
keep cribs and isolettes away from outside walls, cold windows, and air conditioners
radiant warmers for transporting newborns and when performing procedures that may expose
the newborn to the cooler environment
whats a warmed transporter
enclosed isolette on wheels.
whats a radiant warmer
open bed with a radiant heat source above
- allows providers to reach the newborn to carry out procedures and treatments
what type of immunity are newborns born w/, what kind do they develop?
, born with cellular (T cell) immunity from mother, and they develop humoral immunity
whats the purpose of IM Vit K for a neonate?
clotting factor
Newborns are at risk for vitamin K deficiency and subsequent bleeding unless supplemented at
birth.
whats Vit K deficiency
acquired coagulopathy in newborn infants because of an accumulation of inactive vitamin K
coagulation factors, which leads to an increased bleeding tendency
when was Vit K first recommended by physicians in the US?
1961
when is Vit K given to a baby
within 1st hour of life
describe a circumcision
part of the foreskin is removed by clamping and cutting with a scalpel, or Plastibell.
Plastibell is fitted over the glans, and the excess foreskin is pulled over the plastic ring.
suture is tied around the rim to apply pressure to the blood vessels, creating hemostasis.
excess foreskin is cut away.
plastic rim remains in place until healing occurs. The plastic ring typically loosens and falls off in
approximately 1 week.
Petroleum jelly should be applied to the circumcised area after the procedure is done
parent teaching regarding diaper changes
adhere to standard precautions
keep the top edge of the diaper folded down below the umbilical cord area to prevent irritation
and to allow air to help dry the cord
For a male infant, point the penis down to prevent urine from wetting the top of the diaper
where the umbilicus is located.
what causes mastitis
plugged milk ducts, is related to breast engorgement,
what should rn teach pt w mastitis about breast feeding
breast feeds encouraged = complete emptying, eliminating pressure
whats Neutropenia?
low neutrophils <500
increases infection risk
chemotherapy kills what cells additionally to cancer cells?
Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade
A (Latest 2025/ 2026 Update)
_____________________________________________________________________________________
how do you preform a fundal massage
two Hans w woman in supine, knees flexed slightly
palpate abdomen gently - feeling for top of uterus, other hand Is stabilizing
what is attachment
development of strong affection between an infant and a significant other
reciprocal
attachment relationship formed between the infant and primary caregiver influences the child's
view of the world and future relationship
process - doesn't occur instantly- right after birth
how to take newborn temp w a probe
avoid bony areas or w/ brown fat = inaccurate temp
usually placed over liver when newborn supine
whats radiation
loss of body heat to cooler, solid surfaces that are in proximity but not in direct contact with the
newborn.
vol of heat loss depends on size of cold surface area, temp of newborn
how can an rn teach a new parent to reduce heat loss
keep cribs and isolettes away from outside walls, cold windows, and air conditioners
radiant warmers for transporting newborns and when performing procedures that may expose
the newborn to the cooler environment
whats a warmed transporter
enclosed isolette on wheels.
whats a radiant warmer
open bed with a radiant heat source above
- allows providers to reach the newborn to carry out procedures and treatments
what type of immunity are newborns born w/, what kind do they develop?
, born with cellular (T cell) immunity from mother, and they develop humoral immunity
whats the purpose of IM Vit K for a neonate?
clotting factor
Newborns are at risk for vitamin K deficiency and subsequent bleeding unless supplemented at
birth.
whats Vit K deficiency
acquired coagulopathy in newborn infants because of an accumulation of inactive vitamin K
coagulation factors, which leads to an increased bleeding tendency
when was Vit K first recommended by physicians in the US?
1961
when is Vit K given to a baby
within 1st hour of life
describe a circumcision
part of the foreskin is removed by clamping and cutting with a scalpel, or Plastibell.
Plastibell is fitted over the glans, and the excess foreskin is pulled over the plastic ring.
suture is tied around the rim to apply pressure to the blood vessels, creating hemostasis.
excess foreskin is cut away.
plastic rim remains in place until healing occurs. The plastic ring typically loosens and falls off in
approximately 1 week.
Petroleum jelly should be applied to the circumcised area after the procedure is done
parent teaching regarding diaper changes
adhere to standard precautions
keep the top edge of the diaper folded down below the umbilical cord area to prevent irritation
and to allow air to help dry the cord
For a male infant, point the penis down to prevent urine from wetting the top of the diaper
where the umbilicus is located.
what causes mastitis
plugged milk ducts, is related to breast engorgement,
what should rn teach pt w mastitis about breast feeding
breast feeds encouraged = complete emptying, eliminating pressure
whats Neutropenia?
low neutrophils <500
increases infection risk
chemotherapy kills what cells additionally to cancer cells?
