A Preterm Infant Has Been Started on IV Fluids $2 / 5$

question 32

Multiple Choice

A preterm infant has been started on IV fluids.When assessing the patient,which findings would indicate to the nurse that goals for this therapy are being met? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Intake greater than output by 24 hours
• B)Lack of tremors and irritability
• C)Respiratory rate of 35 breaths/minute
• D)Urine output of \(2 / 5\) mL/kg/hour
• E)Urine specific gravity of < 1.012

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Definitions:

Appetite-Stimulating

Referring to substances or factors that increase the desire to eat by influencing hunger signals in the body.

Neuropeptide Y

A neurotransmitter involved in various physiological processes such as appetite control, anxiety, and stress response.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across a chemical synapse, from one neuron to another, affecting various bodily functions including mood, sleep, and heart rate.

Kwashiorkor

A severe form of malnutrition caused by inadequate protein intake, characterized by swelling, an enlarged liver, and other health issues.