When Assessing a Neonate Born at 38 Weeks of Gestation,the

question 14

Multiple Choice

When assessing a neonate born at 38 weeks of gestation,the nurse records his weight as 8 pounds,10 ounces.What will the nurse consider this newborn?

• A) Term
• B) Small for gestational age
• C) Large for gestational age
• D) Late preterm

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Definitions:

Myelin

Myelin is a fatty substance that forms a sheath around the axons of many neurons, speeding up the transmission of electrical signals in the nervous system.

Insulates

To cover, line, or separate with a material that stops or slows down heat, electricity, or sound from passing through.

Neuron

A nerve cell that is the building block of the nervous system, responsible for receiving, processing, and transmitting information through electrical and chemical signals.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

A neurological disorder characterized by a pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development.