PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN
PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN ( 57 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a newborn who requires a blood glucose test. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Applying a warm pack prior to the procedure may increase blood flow, potentially leading to inaccurate results in a blood glucose test.
Using a mummy restraint is not a recommended practice. There are less restrictive and more patient-friendly methods to hold a newborn during a procedure.
Applying antiseptic solution after the procedure is important to prevent infection at the puncture site.
Elevating the extremity prior to the procedure is not necessary for a blood glucose test.
A. Applying a warm pack prior to the procedure may increase blood flow, potentially leading to inaccurate results in a blood glucose test.
B. Using a mummy restraint is not a recommended practice. There are less restrictive and more patient-friendly methods to hold a newborn during a procedure.
C. Applying antiseptic solution after the procedure is important to prevent infection at the puncture site.
D. Elevating the extremity prior to the procedure is not necessary for a blood glucose test.