Ati PN Maternal Newborn 2023
Ati PN Maternal Newborn 2023 ( 53 Questions)
A nurse is collecting data on a newborn who is 1 day old.Which of the following findings is a manifestation of dehydration?
Acrocyanosis is a common finding in newborns and is not a sign of dehydration. It usually resolves on its own.
A capillary refill time greater than 3 seconds can indicate dehydration in a newborn. It suggests poor perfusion and fluid status.
Voiding four times in the past 24 hours is within the normal range for a newborn and does not indicate dehydration.
A flat soft anterior fontanel is normal in newborns and does not indicate dehydration. A sunken fontanel would be a sign of dehydration.
Choice A rationale
Acrocyanosis is a common finding in newborns and is not a sign of dehydration. It usually resolves on its own.
Choice B rationale
A capillary refill time greater than 3 seconds can indicate dehydration in a newborn. It suggests poor perfusion and fluid status.
Choice C rationale
Voiding four times in the past 24 hours is within the normal range for a newborn and does not indicate dehydration.
Choice D rationale
A flat soft anterior fontanel is normal in newborns and does not indicate dehydration. A sunken fontanel would be a sign of dehydration.