{"id":141717,"date":"2024-09-21T07:05:52","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T07:05:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=141717"},"modified":"2024-09-21T07:05:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T07:05:54","slug":"which-information-is-most-important-for-the-practical-nurse-pn-to-relay-to-the-registered-nurse-rn-concerning-a-24-hour-old-infant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/21\/which-information-is-most-important-for-the-practical-nurse-pn-to-relay-to-the-registered-nurse-rn-concerning-a-24-hour-old-infant\/","title":{"rendered":"Which information is most important for the practical nurse (PN) to relay to the registered nurse (RN) concerning a 24-hour-old infant"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Which information is most important for the practical nurse (PN) to relay to the registered nurse (RN) concerning a 24-hour-old infant?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A.<br>The mother has changed 3 wet diapers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B.<br>The infant has not emptied a 3 oz formula bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C.<br>The infant has not passed meconium stool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D.<br>The mother has used the bulb syringe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-6-color\"><strong>The correct answer and Explanation is :<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important information for the practical nurse (PN) to relay to the registered nurse (RN) concerning a 24-hour-old infant is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>C. The infant has not passed meconium stool.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explanation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In newborns, the passage of meconium, which is the first stool formed in the intestines, is a critical indicator of gastrointestinal function and overall health. Typically, meconium is passed within the first 24 to 48 hours of life. If a 24-hour-old infant has not yet passed meconium, it raises concerns about potential complications such as bowel obstruction or congenital abnormalities, including conditions like Hirschsprung&#8217;s disease or intestinal atresia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the other options present relevant information about the infant&#8217;s condition, they are comparatively less urgent:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A. The mother has changed 3 wet diapers.<\/strong> This is a positive sign of hydration and renal function, indicating that the infant is likely receiving adequate nutrition if breastfeeding or bottle-feeding has begun.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>B. The infant has not emptied a 3 oz formula bottle.<\/strong> Although it\u2019s important to assess feeding patterns, especially if the infant is not taking adequate nutrition, it is not as immediately concerning as the absence of meconium.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>D. The mother has used the bulb syringe.<\/strong> While suctioning may be relevant if the infant had respiratory distress or excessive secretions, it does not have the same level of urgency regarding the infant&#8217;s health as the absence of meconium.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, not passing meconium is a significant finding that requires further assessment and possible intervention. This information should be promptly communicated to ensure appropriate care and monitoring for the infant&#8217;s well-being.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Which information is most important for the practical nurse (PN) to relay to the registered nurse (RN) concerning a 24-hour-old infant? A.The mother has changed 3 wet diapers. B.The infant has not emptied a 3 oz formula bottle. C.The infant has not passed meconium stool. D.The mother has used the bulb syringe. 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