When Measuring the Newborn During a General Assessment,which Is the Correct

question 20

Multiple Choice

When measuring the newborn during a general assessment,which is the correct assessment?

• A)Wrap the tape measure around the head below the ears.
• B)Wrap the tape measure around the head starting at the nose.
• C)Wrap the tape measure around the abdomen at the umbilicus.
• D)Wrap the tape measure around the chest below the nipple line.

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Definitions:

Electrical Shock

A sudden discharge of electricity through a part of the body, which can cause damage to tissues and possibly result in cardiac arrest or other serious health issues.

CPR

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, a life-saving technique that combines chest compressions and artificial ventilation to maintain circulatory flow and oxygenation during cardiac arrest.

Pulse

The rhythmic expansion and contraction of an artery produced by heartbeats, palpable at various body points and indicative of heart rate and circulation health.

Aspirating

The process of withdrawing fluid from a body cavity, cyst, or joint using suction, often performed using a syringe.