The Nurse Is Assessing a 3-Day-Old, Breastfed Newborn Who Weighed

question 33

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing a 3-day-old, breastfed newborn who weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces at birth. The newborn's mother is now concerned that the newborn weighs 6 pounds, 15 ounces. Which is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

• A) Recommend supplemental feedings of formula.
• B) Explain that this weight loss is within normal limits.
• C) Assess child further to determine cause of excessive weight loss.
• D) Encourage mother to express breast milk for bottle feeding the newborn.

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