With Regard to the Newborn's Developing Cardiovascular System,nurses Should Be

question 16

Multiple Choice

With regard to the newborn's developing cardiovascular system,nurses should be aware that:

• A)The heart rate of a crying infant may rise to 120 beats/min
• B)Heart murmurs heard after the first few hours are cause for concern
• C)The point of maximal impulse (PMI)often is visible on the chest wall
• D)Persistent bradycardia may indicate respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)

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