Ati PN Maternal Newborn 2023
Ati PN Maternal Newborn 2023 ( 53 Questions)
A nurse is preparing to collect a specimen for newborn screening.Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Warming the newborn’s heel for 5 to 10 minutes before the puncture increases blood flow, making it easier to collect a blood sample.
The outer aspect of the heel is the recommended site for puncture to avoid injury to the bone and nerves.
Leaving the heel open to the air after the puncture is not recommended as it can increase the risk of infection.
Applying an antiseptic after collecting the specimen is not necessary and can interfere with the blood sample.
Choice A rationale
Warming the newborn’s heel for 5 to 10 minutes before the puncture increases blood flow, making it easier to collect a blood sample.
Choice B rationale
The outer aspect of the heel is the recommended site for puncture to avoid injury to the bone and nerves.
Choice C rationale
Leaving the heel open to the air after the puncture is not recommended as it can increase the risk of infection.
Choice D rationale
Applying an antiseptic after collecting the specimen is not necessary and can interfere with the blood sample.