When Assessing a Neonate, Which of the Following Would Deserve

question 29

Multiple Choice

When assessing a neonate, which of the following would deserve closer investigation?

• A) Intermittent crying
• B) Temperature of 99.6∘F
• C) Heart rate of 92 beats per minute
• D) Respirations of 40 per minute

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Definitions:

Palliative care

Medical care aimed at relieving the symptoms, pain, and stress of serious illness, rather than curing the disease.

Pain management

A branch of medicine focused on reducing pain and improving the quality of life for those suffering from acute or chronic pain.

Emotional care

Providing support that addresses the emotional and psychological well-being of an individual.

Selective optimization

A strategy of focusing on and optimizing key areas of functioning while compensating for declines in other areas, often used in the context of aging.