Which Finding on a Newborn Assessment Should the Nurse Recognize

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which finding on a newborn assessment should the nurse recognize as suggestive of a clavicle fracture?

• A) Positive scarf sign
• B) Asymmetric Moro reflex
• C) Swelling of fingers on affected side
• D) Paralysis of affected extremity and muscles

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Definitions:

Standard Deviation

A metric that calculates the degree of spread or variability within a dataset.

Test Statistic

A numerical value derived from sample data that is utilized to determine the rejection of the null hypothesis in statistical hypothesis testing.

Visceral Pericardium

The inner layer of the pericardium that is in direct contact with the heart.

Epicardium

The outermost layer of the heart wall, composed of connective tissue and fat, providing lubrication for the heart.