NUR 113 Final Exam Questions & Answers 2026 | High-
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1. Describe the purpose of applying petroleum gauze to a newborn's
circumcision site after the Gomco procedure.
Petroleum gauze helps to protect the circumcision site and prevent
adherence to the diaper.
Petroleum gauze is used to keep the area clean and dry.
Petroleum gauze is used to absorb excess blood from the site.
Petroleum gauze is applied to promote faster healing of the skin.
2. What is the term used to describe the rash characterized by reddish macules,
papules, and small vesicles commonly seen in newborns?
Seborrheic dermatitis
Impetigo
Contact dermatitis
Erythema toxicum
3. What is the definition of acrocyanosis in newborns?
A swelling of the abdomen.
A rash that appears on the torso.
A bluish discoloration of the hands and feet.
A yellowing of the skin and eyes.
4. If a newborn is experiencing cold stress, what immediate nursing intervention
should be taken to prevent complications?
, The newborn should be placed in a warm environment and
wrapped in warm blankets.
The newborn should be left in an incubator without any additional
coverings.
The newborn should be bathed in warm water to increase body
temperature.
The newborn should be given cold fluids to lower body temperature.
5. Describe the significance of the New Ballard scale in assessing a newborn's
gestational age.
The New Ballard scale is a tool for diagnosing congenital conditions.
The New Ballard scale measures the newborn's heart rate.
The New Ballard scale helps determine a newborn's gestational age
by evaluating physical and neuromuscular maturity.
The New Ballard scale is used to assess a newborn's weight only.
6. Which infant should be the nurse's priority for monitoring and intervention?
Infant delivered vaginally 30 minutes ago with bilateral crackles
Infant born 6 hours ago after 38 weeks gestation with a respiratory
rate of 52/min
Infant wrapped in a warm blanket 15 minutes ago due to a
temperature of 97.7°F (36.5°C)
Infant born 12 hours ago showing jitteriness and a blood glucose
level of 40 mg/dL (2.2 mmol/L)
7. What is the name of the maneuver used to assess a newborn for hip
dislocation and dysplasia?
, Barlow maneuver
Magnet test
Syndactyly check
Stepping reflex
8. What is a common assessment finding in newborns that indicates
hypoglycemia?
Hyperthermia
Jitteriness
Laryngospasm
Loose watery stools
9. A nurse is caring for a newborn who was delivered vaginally. What should the
nurse do to prevent potential eye infections?
Provide oral antibiotics to the mother before delivery.
Delay any eye treatment until the newborn is 24 hours old.
Use saline drops to wash the newborn's eyes immediately after birth.
Administer erythromycin eye ointment as a prophylactic measure.
10. If a new mother is experiencing sore nipples despite following all
recommended guidelines, what should be her next step?
Use only nipple shields without addressing technique.
Stop breastfeeding immediately and switch to formula.
Reduce the frequency of breastfeeding sessions.
Consult a lactation consultant for personalized assistance.
, 11. A term infant was delivered vaginally and placed under a pre warmed radiant
warmer. Which of the following interventions is appropriate when operating a
radiant warmer?
Apply temperature probe to infant's skin and maintain warmer in
manual mode at 100% until infant is within normothermic range.
Apply temperature probe to infant skin and switch the radiant
warmer mode from manual mode to servo mode
Turn off warmer once infant is placed in radiant warmer and is within
normothermic range
12. The newborn to which you are attending exhibits Mongolian spots. All of the
following pertain to Mongolian spots EXCEPT:
They do not fade with time.
They have a bluish black pigmentation.
They are on the lumbar dorsal area and the buttocks.
They are common in Asian and dark-skinned individuals.
13. Why is it important for a newborn to be placed in a rear-facing car seat in
the back seat?
A rear-facing car seat is more comfortable for the newborn.
A rear-facing car seat in the back seat provides the best protection
for a newborn's head and neck during a crash.
A front-facing car seat allows for better visibility for the parents.
A rear-facing car seat is easier to install in the front seat.
14. Describe how neonatal abstinence syndrome affects newborns and the
typical signs that may be observed.
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1. Describe the purpose of applying petroleum gauze to a newborn's
circumcision site after the Gomco procedure.
Petroleum gauze helps to protect the circumcision site and prevent
adherence to the diaper.
Petroleum gauze is used to keep the area clean and dry.
Petroleum gauze is used to absorb excess blood from the site.
Petroleum gauze is applied to promote faster healing of the skin.
2. What is the term used to describe the rash characterized by reddish macules,
papules, and small vesicles commonly seen in newborns?
Seborrheic dermatitis
Impetigo
Contact dermatitis
Erythema toxicum
3. What is the definition of acrocyanosis in newborns?
A swelling of the abdomen.
A rash that appears on the torso.
A bluish discoloration of the hands and feet.
A yellowing of the skin and eyes.
4. If a newborn is experiencing cold stress, what immediate nursing intervention
should be taken to prevent complications?
, The newborn should be placed in a warm environment and
wrapped in warm blankets.
The newborn should be left in an incubator without any additional
coverings.
The newborn should be bathed in warm water to increase body
temperature.
The newborn should be given cold fluids to lower body temperature.
5. Describe the significance of the New Ballard scale in assessing a newborn's
gestational age.
The New Ballard scale is a tool for diagnosing congenital conditions.
The New Ballard scale measures the newborn's heart rate.
The New Ballard scale helps determine a newborn's gestational age
by evaluating physical and neuromuscular maturity.
The New Ballard scale is used to assess a newborn's weight only.
6. Which infant should be the nurse's priority for monitoring and intervention?
Infant delivered vaginally 30 minutes ago with bilateral crackles
Infant born 6 hours ago after 38 weeks gestation with a respiratory
rate of 52/min
Infant wrapped in a warm blanket 15 minutes ago due to a
temperature of 97.7°F (36.5°C)
Infant born 12 hours ago showing jitteriness and a blood glucose
level of 40 mg/dL (2.2 mmol/L)
7. What is the name of the maneuver used to assess a newborn for hip
dislocation and dysplasia?
, Barlow maneuver
Magnet test
Syndactyly check
Stepping reflex
8. What is a common assessment finding in newborns that indicates
hypoglycemia?
Hyperthermia
Jitteriness
Laryngospasm
Loose watery stools
9. A nurse is caring for a newborn who was delivered vaginally. What should the
nurse do to prevent potential eye infections?
Provide oral antibiotics to the mother before delivery.
Delay any eye treatment until the newborn is 24 hours old.
Use saline drops to wash the newborn's eyes immediately after birth.
Administer erythromycin eye ointment as a prophylactic measure.
10. If a new mother is experiencing sore nipples despite following all
recommended guidelines, what should be her next step?
Use only nipple shields without addressing technique.
Stop breastfeeding immediately and switch to formula.
Reduce the frequency of breastfeeding sessions.
Consult a lactation consultant for personalized assistance.
, 11. A term infant was delivered vaginally and placed under a pre warmed radiant
warmer. Which of the following interventions is appropriate when operating a
radiant warmer?
Apply temperature probe to infant's skin and maintain warmer in
manual mode at 100% until infant is within normothermic range.
Apply temperature probe to infant skin and switch the radiant
warmer mode from manual mode to servo mode
Turn off warmer once infant is placed in radiant warmer and is within
normothermic range
12. The newborn to which you are attending exhibits Mongolian spots. All of the
following pertain to Mongolian spots EXCEPT:
They do not fade with time.
They have a bluish black pigmentation.
They are on the lumbar dorsal area and the buttocks.
They are common in Asian and dark-skinned individuals.
13. Why is it important for a newborn to be placed in a rear-facing car seat in
the back seat?
A rear-facing car seat is more comfortable for the newborn.
A rear-facing car seat in the back seat provides the best protection
for a newborn's head and neck during a crash.
A front-facing car seat allows for better visibility for the parents.
A rear-facing car seat is easier to install in the front seat.
14. Describe how neonatal abstinence syndrome affects newborns and the
typical signs that may be observed.
