The nurse is preparing to teach the postpartum mom about newborn feeding cues.
Which of the following behaviors of the infant would be considered early hunger cues? Select all that apply.

Choice B rationale

Asymmetrical gluteal folds are a common sign of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). This occurs because the hip joint is not properly aligned, causing uneven skin folds.

Choice A rationale

An inwardly turned foot is not a sign of DDH. It may indicate a different condition such as clubfoot.

Choice C rationale

The absence of the Babinski sign is not related to DDH. The Babinski sign is a reflex test used to assess neurological function.

Choice D rationale

The absence of the stepping reflex is not related to DDH. The stepping reflex is a normal newborn reflex that disappears after a few months.

Choice A rationale

Monitoring blood glucose levels frequently is important for newborns, especially those at risk for hypoglycemia. However, it does not directly prevent jaundice. Jaundice is caused by elevated bilirubin levels, which are not directly related to blood glucose levels.

Choice B rationale

Beginning phototherapy immediately is a treatment for jaundice, not a preventive measure. Phototherapy is used to reduce high bilirubin levels in newborns who already have jaundice.

Choice C rationale

Initiating early feeding is an effective way to prevent jaundice in newborns. Early feeding helps promote regular bowel movements, which aids in the excretion of bilirubin from the body, thereby reducing the risk of jaundice.

Choice D rationale

Preparing for a blood transfusion is a treatment for severe jaundice, not a preventive measure. Blood transfusions are used in cases of extreme hyperbilirubinemia that do not respond to other treatments.