A mother and her newborn have just been transferred to the postpartum unit from labor and delivery. Which infant safety education would be provided as soon as mom and baby are settled into their room? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.
“Wash your hands before touching the newborn"
"All client identification bands should remain in place until discharge."
"Do not let anyone remove the infant from your sight while you are in the hospital."
"Check the identification of staff, and if there is a question of validity, call the nursing station."
"Send the newborn to nursery to be monitored during the night."
Correct Answer : A,B,C,D
A. Hand hygiene is crucial to prevent the spread of infections to the newborn.
B. Keeping identification bands on ensures proper identification of the newborn.
C. Keeping the infant within sight reduces the risk of abduction.
D. Verifying staff identification enhances security and prevents unauthorized individuals from handling the newborn.
E. Sending the newborn to the nursery at night may compromise the mother-infant bonding and is not a recommended practice.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Placing an identification bracelet is important but not the immediate priority after ensuring a patent airway.
B. Drying the skin is a priority to prevent heat loss and promote thermoregulation in the newborn.
C. Administering vitamin K is important but can be done after drying the skin.
D. Administering eye prophylaxis is important but can be done after drying the skin.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. The described reflex is the Moro reflex, which is a normal startle reflex in newborns.
B. The Babinski reflex involves the extension of the big toe and fanning of the other toes in response to stroking the sole of the foot.
C. The Tonic neck reflex involves turning the head to one side, with the arm on that side extending and the opposite arm flexing.
D. The Rooting reflex involves turning the head and opening the mouth in response to cheek or mouth stimulation.
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