With Regard to the Gastrointestinal (GI) System of the Newborn

question 21

Multiple Choice

With regard to the gastrointestinal (GI) system of the newborn, nurses should be aware that:

• A) The newborn's cheeks are full because of normal fluid retention.
• B) The nipple of the bottle or breast must be placed well inside the baby's mouth because teeth have been developing in utero, and one or more may even be through.
• C) Regurgitation during the first day or two can be reduced by burping the infant and slightly elevating the baby's head.
• D) Bacteria are already present in the infant's GI tract at birth, because they traveled through the placenta.

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Definitions:

Hyperventilation

Rapid or deep breathing that can reduce carbon dioxide levels in the blood, sometimes caused by anxiety or panic.

Panic Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.

Increased Heart Rate

A condition where the number of heartbeats per minute rises above an individual's normal range.

Panic Disorder

Panic Disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent unexpected panic attacks and persistent concern about having more attacks.