A nurse is assessing the newborn of a client who reports methadone use during pregnancy.
The nurse should expect the newborn to exhibit which of the following manifestations?
Poor feeding.
Weak cry.
Absent Moro reflex.
Respiratory rate of 30/min.
The Correct Answer is A
Choice A rationale:
Poor feeding is a common manifestation in newborns of mothers who used methadone during pregnancy.
Choice B rationale:
A weak cry is not specifically associated with methadone use during pregnancy.
Choice C rationale:
An absent Moro reflex is not specifically associated with methadone use during pregnancy.
Choice D rationale:
A respiratory rate of 30/min is within the normal range for a newborn (30-60 breaths per minute) and does not indicate methadone exposure.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Choice A rationale:
The McRoberts maneuver involves an obstetrician or other healthcare provider flexing the thighs of a pregnant person toward their abdomen. This maneuver helps to rotate the pelvis and open the sacrum to release the baby’s shoulder.
Choice B rationale:
Applying pressure on the client’s suprapubic area is not part of the McRoberts maneuver. However, when coupled with suprapubic pressure, the effectiveness of the McRoberts maneuver increases to 90%1.
Choice C rationale:
Moving the client onto their hands and knees is not part of the McRoberts maneuver. The maneuver involves pressing the client’s legs against their abdomen.
Choice D rationale:
Applying pressure to the client’s fundus is not part of the McRoberts maneuver. The maneuver involves pressing the client’s legs against their abdomen.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Choice A rationale:
A blood pressure of 88/40 mm Hg is lower than the normal range (90/60 to 120/80 mm Hg) and could indicate hemorrhage.
Choice B rationale:
A urinary output of 40 mL/hr is within the normal range (30 to 60 mL/hr) and does not indicate hemorrhage.
Choice C rationale:
Moderate rubra lochia is normal for a postpartum woman and does not indicate hemorrhage.
Choice D rationale:
A heart rate of 90/min is within the normal range (60 to 100 beats/min) and does not indicate hemorrhage.
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