A Preterm Infant of 36 Weeks' Gestation Is Admitted to the NICU

question 61

Multiple Choice

A preterm infant of 36 weeks' gestation is admitted to the NICU. Approximately 2 hours after birth, the neonate begins having difficulty breathing with grunting, tachypnea, and nasal flaring. The nurse should recognize that:

• A)This is a normal finding.
• B)This is not significant unless cyanosis is present.
• C)Improvement should occur within 24 hours.
• D)Further evaluation is needed.

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Definitions:

Transfer

The act of moving or conveying property, rights, or obligations from one entity or person to another.

Forged Signature

A signature that is fraudulently copied or imitated without the authorization of the person whose signature it purports to be, often intended to deceive or commit fraud.

Forgery

The false making or alteration of a writing with the intent to defraud.

Indorsed

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