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WorksheetsNUR335: Exam 4 (STUDY GUIDE #1) 100q
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 53mins
A newborn is showing nasal flaring, grunting, and intercostal retractions. These findings indicate:
Normal transition to extrauterine life
Hyperbilirubinemia
Respiratory distress
Hypoglycemia
Which reflex is expected in a 1-year-old infant?
Moro reflex
Babinski reflex
Stepping reflex
Palmar grasp
Which of the following are expected reflexes in a 3–4-month-old infant? (SATA)
Sucking/rooting
Tonic neck/fencing
Stepping/walking
Babinski
Plantar grasp
Which infant finding is associated with Trisomy 21?
Webbed fingers
Hypertonia
Low-set ears
Long limbs
A newborn is placed under phototherapy. Which nursing action is appropriate?
Apply lotion to prevent dryness
Keep lights 5 inches from the infant
Cover the infant’s eyes
Limit feedings
Which is a risk of improper swaddling?
Hyperthermia
Hip dysplasia
Polycythemia
Failure to thrive
Which assessment indicates a possible circumcision infection? (SATA)
Swelling
Warmth
Yellow crust formation
Purulent drainage
Slight redness around the glans
Which newborn finding is expected after a vaginal delivery?
A nurse is assessing hydration in a newborn. What is the best method?
Weighing diapers
Checking skin turgor
Assessing fontanels
Monitoring crying tone
Which finding is associated with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS)?
Hypotonia
Decreased respirations
High-pitched cry
Bradycardia
Which three conditions are infants of diabetic mothers at risk for? (SATA)
Macrosomia
Hypoglycemia
Hyperbilirubinemia
Hyperthermia
Bradycardia
Which is the leading cause of newborn infection?
CMV
Hepatitis B
RSV
Group B Streptococcus
A newborn delivered by cesarean has tachypnea and mild retractions. The nurse suspects:
RDS
Moist lungs from extra fluid
Hypoglycemia
Hyperbilirubinemia
Which is a complication of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)?
Dehydration
Pulmonary edema
Hypothermia
Hypercalcemia
Which APGAR components are assessed? (SATA)
Respiratory effort
Reflex irritability
Blood glucose
Muscle tone
Color
When are APGAR scores recorded?
0 and 10 minutes
1 and 5 minutes
Only at 5 minutes
Every 10 minutes
Where is the safest place for an infant car seat?
Front passenger seat
Back seat behind driver
Back seat middle
Front seat middle
Which newborn RR requires further assessment?
32
45
60
72
A newborn has jitteriness, lethargy, and poor feeding. The nurse suspects:
RDS
Hypothermia
Hypoglycemia
Hyperbilirubinemia
Which newborn findings indicate NEC? (SATA)
Abdominal distention
Lethargy
High-pitched cry
Blood in stool
Hyperactivity
A preterm newborn has flaccid posture and translucent skin. The nurse identifies this newborn as:
SGA
LGA
Which temperature indicates newborn hypothermia?
99.2°F
98.4°F
97.2°F
97.8°F
A newborn should void by:
6 hours
12–24 hours
48 hours
72 hours
Which newborn discharge is normal?
Brown mucus
Green streaks
Orange urate crystals
Bright-red blood
The nurse prepares to give vitamin K. Which site is correct?
Deltoid
Ventrogluteal
Vastus lateralis
Dorsogluteal
Which newborn care intervention helps reduce the risk of SIDS?
Placing infant on stomach to sleep
Using loose blankets
Back-to-sleep positioning
Using stuffed animals for comfort
A newborn genetic screening heel stick should be performed:
Immediately after birth
Within 12 hours
At 24 hours of age
On day 3
What is the purpose of erythromycin (EES) eye ointment?
Prevent blindness from congenital cataracts
Prevent bacterial infection acquired during birth
Improve tear production
Prevent glaucoma
Which infant is at greatest risk for hypoglycemia?
Infant born at 41 weeks
Infant of diabetic mother
Infant born vaginally
Infant with mild jaundice
Which actions are included in the Golden Hour? (SATA)
A) Early breastfeeding
B) Skin-to-skin contact
C) Delayed cord clamping
D) Immediate bathing
E) Continuous phototherapy
Which finding is normal for the umbilical cord?
One artery and two veins
Two arteries and one vein
Three arteries only
Single vein only
When caring for the umbilical cord, the parent should:
Clean with alcohol every diaper change
Cover it tightly with the diaper
Keep it clean and dry
Remove crust with cotton swabs
Which assessment finding indicates possible PPHN?
Hyperthermia
Tachypnea
Which long-term complication is associated with PPHN?
Dehydration
Sensorineural hearing loss
Growth hormone deficiency
Hypothyroidism
Which assessment requires immediate intervention in a newborn with RDS?
Respirations of 58
Mild nasal flaring
Skin color gray/dusky
Heart rate 140
A newborn has an APGAR score of 5 at 5 minutes. What should the nurse do next?
Document only
Repeat APGAR at 10 minutes
Call rapid response
Begin chest compressions
Which infant finding is normal?
HR 200 while crying
RR 75
Blue lips
No suck reflex
Which newborn is at risk for NEC?
Full-term, vaginal delivery
Preterm infant
Infant with hypoglycemia
Infant of GBS-negative mother
Which feeding cue appears before crying?
Frantic motions
Arching the back
Rooting
Gasping
Which actions help wake a newborn for breastfeeding?
Un-swaddle
Dim the lights
Allow infant to smell the breast
Gently rub feet
Turn on light
Which milk is higher in fat content?
Foremilk
Hindmilk
Transitional milk
Donor milk
A nurse notes a newborn’s fontanel is full and tense along with bradycardia. This may indicate:
Increased intracranial pressure
Dehydration
Hypoglycemia
Normal variation
What is the correct action for worsening IVH signs?
Frequent stimulation
Administer fluids rapidly
Maintain quiet environment
Increase handling
A premature infant with PDA and BPD is likely to receive which management?
Increased fluids
Water restriction
Frequent bathing
Vitamin D supplementation
Which is an expected finding in Down Syndrome newborns? (SATA)
Protruding tongue
Simian crease
Hypertonia
Low-set ears
Square eyes
Which selection indicates pathological jaundice?
Appears after 24 hours
Resolves within a week
Caused by liver immaturity
Related to disease or blood disorder
Which newborn injection requires support of the leg?
Hepatitis B
Vitamin K
HBIG
Erythromycin
Which finding suggests respiratory distress syndrome? (SATA)
Gray/dusky skin
Grunting
Tachypnea
RR 35
HR 100
Which infant behavior may indicate colic?
Sleeping longer than usual
Flexing legs when crying
Quiet during feedings
Comforted easily
A newborn has temp 36.3°C (97.3°F). Which action prevents further hypothermia?
Delay drying after birth
Remove hat
Skin-to-skin with parent
Give feeding first
Which is a normal newborn blood sugar?
20 mg/dL
32 mg/dL
>40 mg/dL
25 mg/dL
Which bilirubin level is considered normal?
16 mg/dL
12 mg/dL
<12 mg/dL
14 mg/dL
Which newborn temperature is normal?
96.9°F
97.2°F
97.4–99.4°F
100.2°F
A baby born at <26 weeks in the NICU is likely to receive which medication via ET tube?
Glucose gel
Erythromycin
Surfactant
Vitamin K
Which medication is required if the mother is Hepatitis B positive?
Vitamin D
Penicillin
HBIG
Azithromycin
A newborn showing grunting, nasal flaring, and retractions is at risk for:
Hypoglycemia
RDS
Jaundice
NEC
Which discharge is normal in a newborn’s diaper? (SATA)
Orange crystals
Red discharge from maternal hormones
Bright red blood
Brown mucus
Green streaks
What is the FIRST step when resuscitating a newborn?
Provide PPV
Warm infant
Which reflex is normal for an 8-month-old infant?
Moro reflex
Rooting
Palmar–plantar grasp
Stepping reflex
Which condition causes jaundice after 24 hours of age and resolves within a week?
Pathological jaundice
Physiological jaundice
Biliary atresia
Liver failure
A newborn with jaundice is started on fluids and phototherapy. These treatments are used for:
Hypothermia
Hyperbilirubinemia
NEC
RDS
A nurse notes the infant has a weak cry, flaccid posture, and thin translucent skin. This is most consistent with:
Term infant
LGA infant
Preterm infant
SGA infant
Which activity can a CNA perform?
Administer medications
Perform newborn assessment
Weigh baby
Teach breastfeeding
Which is a risk factor for neonatal hypoglycemia? (SATA)
Cold stress
Infant of diabetic mother
Prematurity
Maternal hypertension
Phototherapy
Which newborn behavior indicates illness?
Sleeping quietly
Refusal of two feedings in a row
Crying during diaper change
Mild spitting up
A newborn presents with tremors, diaphoresis, and lethargy. The priority is to assess for:
Hyperthermia
Overfeeding
Hypoglycemia
NEC
Which newborn voiding/stooling pattern is expected by day 3?
(a)
Which of the following is the expected number of wet diapers and stools for a healthy newborn?
1 wet, 1 stool
2 wets, 2 stools
3 wets and 3 stools daily
5 stools only
The nurse teaches parents about circumcision care. Which is correct?
Yellow crust should be scrubbed off
Check for bleeding every 4 hours for 24 hours
Remove gauze manually
Avoid petroleum ointment
Which is included in the LATCH breastfeeding assessment tool? (SATA)
Latch
Audible swallowing
Nipple type
Heart rate
Baby weight
Which finding indicates effective breastfeeding?
Infant sleeps throughout feeding
Audible swallowing
Mother reports no breast sensation
Baby only sucks intermittently
Which is a characteristic of colic?
Easily soothed
Crying only when hungry
Uncontrollable crying in infants under 5 months
Constant sleeping
Which symptoms indicate colic? (SATA)
Curling legs
Irritable after feeding
Requires frequent cuddling
Sleeping entire night
Quiet during feedings
Which is a sign of NEC?
High-pitched cry
Abdominal distention
Hyperactivity
Frequent stools
Which infant care action helps manage nasal congestion?
Tilting car seat
Bulb syringe use
Warm compress
Extra formula
Which action is correct when using a bulb syringe?
Insert deeply into the nose
Compress the syringe after inserting
Compress before inserting
Use it only on the lips
A newborn is lethargic, tremoring, and not eating. The nurse suspects:
Hyperbilirubinemia
Hypoglycemia
Colic
Hypothermia
When do infants typically develop hunger cues before crying?
Immediately when hungry
10 minutes before crying
30 minutes before crying
After crying begins
Which is a classic sign of Trisomy 21?
Long fingers
Hypertonia
Flat nasal bridge
Large jaw
Which finding requires immediate assessment in a newborn?
Mild jaundice
Difficulty awakening
Irregular sucking
Slight nasal congestion
Which is the correct order for using a bulb syringe?
Insert → Compress → Release
Compress → Insert → Release
Release → Insert → Compress
Insert → Release → Compress
Which infant finding suggests possible neurological trauma or infection?
Flexed extremities
Flaccid tone
Vigorous cry
Strong palmar grasp
Which respiratory rate is normal for a newborn?
20–30
30–60
50–80
10–20
Which newborn heart rate is normal?
80 bpm
98 bpm
140 bpm
200 bpm while sleeping
An infant’s temperature is 97.4°F. The nurse interprets this as:
Hyperthermia
Hypothermia
Low end of normal
Requires ICU care
Which signs indicate respiratory distress? (SATA)
Nasal flaring
Grunting
Tachypnea
Quiet, shallow respirations
Pink, moist lips
Which combination of findings indicates possible NEC?
Normal bowel sounds, jaundice
Vomiting and abdominal distention
Frequent stools and crying
Sneezing and coughing
Which statement about physiological jaundice is correct?
Appears immediately at birth
Is caused by infection
Appears after 24 hours
Requires antibiotics
A newborn with pathological jaundice differs because:
It happens later in life
It is caused by a disease process
It is mild
It always resolves without treatment
Which newborn needs further evaluation?
Resp. 40
Temp 98.0°F
Cyanosis while feeding
HR 150
Which finding is normal in the first days of life?
Yellow crust on circumcision
Persistent bright-red bleeding
Purulent discharge
Foul odor from site
What should parents report immediately regarding cord care?
Dryness
Crusting
Redness around skin
Cord falling off
Which is true about newborn head support?
It's needed only during feeding
It must be supported at all times
It's optional once swaddled
Support is needed only for preemies
Which newborn injection is given in the vastus lateralis?
Vitamin K
Hep B
HBIG
RSV vaccine
A newborn has tachypnea, cyanosis, and hypotension. These indicate:
Breastfeeding difficulty
PPHN
Hyperbilirubinemia
Tracheomalacia
Which long-term outcomes are associated with PPHN? (SATA)
A) Hearing loss
B) Neurological deficits
C) Chronic lung disease
D) Diabetes
E) Death
Which diagnostic test evaluates right-to-left shunting and cardiac anomalies?
CT Scan
Echocardiogram
Ultrasound abdomen
Chest X-ray only
Which newborn behavioral pattern requires follow-up?
Crying during diaper change
Sleeping >4 hours between feeds in early days
Refusing two feeds in a row
Sneezing occasionally
Which is a key component of preventing hypothermia at birth?
Immediate bath
Skin-to-skin
Removing the hat
Leaving infant unwrapped
A newborn has persistent grunting, retractions, and respiratory rate of 68. The nurse suspects:
Hypothermia
RDS
NEC
Colic
