The Nurse Caring for a Preterm Infant in an Incubator

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse caring for a preterm infant in an incubator will record the temperature of the infant and the incubator every:

• A) hour.
• B) 2 hours.
• C) 4 hours.
• D) 8 hours.

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Definitions:

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

A lifesaving technique used in medical emergencies, involving chest compressions often combined with artificial ventilation, to preserve brain function until further measures to restore spontaneous blood circulation and breathing in a person who is in cardiac arrest.

Brittle Bones

A term commonly associated with osteogenesis imperfecta, a genetic disorder characterized by fragile bones that break easily.

Malpractice

Professional negligence by act or omission by a healthcare provider where the treatment provided falls below the accepted standard of practice.

Chest Compressions

A life-saving technique that involves pressing down on a person's chest in a specific manner to maintain blood circulation during cardiac arrest.