A nurse is teaching a new guardian about hunger cues in their newborn. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include as early indication of hunger in newborns? (Select all that apply.)
Consistent crying
Hand-to-mouth movements
Rooting reflex
Sucking motions
The Babinski reflex
Correct Answer : B,C,D
B. Hand-to-mouth movements are an early hunger cue as the newborn tries to self-soothe or indicate readiness to feed.
C. Rooting reflex is a classic early sign where the newborn turns their head toward the stimulus (like a nipple) indicating hunger.
D. Sucking motions suggest the newborn is preparing or ready to feed.
A. Consistent crying is a late hunger cue and can indicate distress if earlier cues are missed.
E. The Babinski reflex is a neurological reflex unrelated to hunger cues.
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Correct Answer is ["A","B","D"]
Explanation
A. Abdominal assessment – The abdomen is tender to palpation, which is an abnormal finding and can indicate uterine activity or irritation associated with preterm labor or other complications.
B. Low back pain – This is a common early sign of preterm labor, especially when combined with uterine cramping and cervical changes.
C. Uterine contractions – Although the client has cramping, there is no specific documentation of palpable or monitor-confirmed contractions, so this cannot be definitively selected based on available data.
D. Abdominal cramping – This is concerning in a pregnant client at 30 weeks, especially in combination with cervical dilation, vaginal bleeding, and back pain.
E. Fundal height – At 30 weeks, a fundal height of 28 cm is within the normal range (should match gestational age ±2 cm). This is not abnormal.
F. Fetal heart rate – The scenario notes positive fetal movement but does not mention an abnormal FHR. Without abnormal FHR data, this cannot be selected.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. There is no vaccine for hepatitis C; vaccines exist for hepatitis A and B.
B. Syphilis can be cured effectively with penicillin, especially in early stages.
C. Gonorrhea can be treated and cured with appropriate antibiotics.
D. Genital herpes simplex virus is a viral infection and cannot be cured with antibiotics; antiviral medications manage symptoms.
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