CH 26 Flashcards

1
Q

How often do newborns typically sleep

A

They sleep 17 out of every 24 hr period with periods of wakefulness increasing.
By 4 weeks of age, the newborn may remain awake between feedings.

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2
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During the first 6 months, what does the American academy of pediatrics recommend

A

Only breastfeed

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3
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When Would a parent expect a newborn to sleep through the night without a feeding

A

By 4-5 months of age

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4
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When should a newborn receive there last feeding

A

By 2300, then put into a bassinet

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5
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What should the water heater be set to for a newborn bath

A

49 degrees Celsius or 120.2 degree Fahrenheit

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6
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How warm should bathwater be set for a newborn

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It should be between 36.6 -37.2 degrees Celsius

98-99 degree Fahrenheit

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7
Q

How many wet diapers should a newborn have per day

A

6-8 wet diapers

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8
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How many stools should a newborn have per day

A

3-4 stools per day

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9
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What are signs of umbilical cord infection

A

Moist, red with a foul odor, or with purulent drainage

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10
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What is a circumcision

A

The surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis

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11
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When are Jewish males typically circumcised

A

On the 8th day after birth

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12
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What are contraindications for a male being circumcised

A

Hypospadias ( abnormal positioning of the urethra on ventral undersurface of the penis)
Epispadias ( urethral canal terminates on Dorsum of penis)

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13
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After circumcision, what should be assessed on the newborn

A

Bleeding q15 min for the first hour, and then q hours for at least 12 hr.
The first voiding

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14
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What may be applied to stop the bleeding of a circumcised penis

A

Gel foam powder

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15
Q

How much space is allowed between the mattress and sides of a newborns crib

A

It should be less than 2 fingerbreadths

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16
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How far should the slats on a crib be apart

A

No more than 5.1 cm ( 2.25 in) apart

17
Q

How often do newborns need to be seen for their wellness checkups

A

At 2 weeks to 6 weeks of age, and then q 2 months until 6 months of age

18
Q

What are contraindications for a infant male receiving a circumcision

A

Hypospadias
Family hx of hemophilia
Epispadias