A Nurse Is Observing a 38-Week Gestation Newborn in the Nursery

question 6

Multiple Choice

A nurse is observing a 38-week gestation newborn in the nursery. Data reveals periods of apnea lasting approximately 10 seconds followed by a period of rapid respirations. The infant's color and heart rate remain unchanged. The nurse suspects that the infant:

• A) Is exhibiting signs of RDS.
• B) Requires tactile stimulation around the clock to ensure that apneic periods do not progress further.
• C) Is experiencing periodic breathing episodes and will require continuous monitoring while in the nursery unit.
• D) Requires the use of CPAP to promote airway expansion.

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Definitions:

Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing how the quantity of a good that producers are willing to supply changes as the price of the good changes.

Quota

A government-imposed trade restriction that limits the number or monetary value of goods that can be imported or exported during a particular time frame.

Supply Price

The minimum price at which a producer is willing to sell a good or service, influenced by production costs and market conditions.

Demand Curve

A graph showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that consumers are willing and able to purchase at each price level.