The NICU Nurse Begins Her Shift by Assessing One of the Preterm

question 16

Short Answer

The NICU nurse begins her shift by assessing one of the preterm infants assigned to her care.The infant's color is pale,his O? saturation has decreased,and he is grimacing.This infant is displaying common signs of ________.

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Definitions:

Automatic Response

An involuntary reaction to a stimulus that occurs without conscious thought as a result of learning or biological predisposition.

Rooting

A reflex in infants that prompts them to turn their head towards anything that touches their cheek, aiding in the act of breastfeeding.

Eyeblink

A rapid closing and opening of the eyelid, often reflexive to protect the eye from foreign bodies or bright lights.

Early Reflexes

Involuntary responses or movements that newborn babies exhibit, such as sucking, grasping, and stepping, which are essential for survival and development.