The nurse is cognizant of which information related to the administration of vitamin K?

Vitamin K is not initially synthesized because of a sterile bowel at birth

Vitamin K is responsible for the breakdown of bilirubin and the prevention of jaundice.

Vitamin K is important in the production of white blood cells

Vitamin K is important in the production of red blood cells

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for blood clotting. Newborns have low levels of vitamin K because they do not have the intestinal bacteria that produce it. Therefore, they are given an injection of vitamin K shortly after birth to prevent bleeding disorders.
B.   Vitamin K is not crucial for the breakdown of bilirubin.
C. Vitamin K primarily plays a role in blood clotting, not the production of white blood cells.
D.   Vitamin K is not directly involved in the production of red blood cells.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. While visual attention to the speaker is a positive sign, routine hearing screenings provide a more accurate assessment of hearing.
B. Routine hearing screenings are conducted on newborns to identify hearing issues early, allowing for intervention if necessary.
C. While most forms of hearing loss may not be inherited, it's important to assess the newborn's hearing through appropriate screenings.
D. Startle reflex is not a reliable indicator of hearing ability, and routine screenings provide more accurate information.

A. Vernix caseosa B. Erythema toxicum neonatorum C. Harlequin sign D. Acrocyanosis

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Vernix caseosa is a white, cheese-like substance covering the baby's skin.
B. Erythema toxicum neonatorum is a benign rash that appears in the early days of life.
C. Harlequin sign is a transient color change in a newborn, not related to blue hands and feet.
D. Acrocyanosis is a common and temporary condition where the hands and feet may appear blue due to poor peripheral circulation. It is not typically a sign of coldness.

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The nurse is cognizant of which information related to the administration of vitamin K?

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Correct Answer is B

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Correct Answer is D

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