NSG 211 Newborn Assessment (Complete And Verified Study material) (21pages) LEARNEXAMS

1. What are some successful transitionsfor a newborn to make?: Answer *hoursto days process -initiating and maintaining respirations -transition from fetal to neonatal circulation -assuming thermoregulation -taking in, digesting, and absorbing nutrients -maintaining blood glucose levels -excreting bilirubin -maintaining fluid balance -adapting psychosocially 2. How many stages is there for a newborn transition?: Answer 3 *First period of reactivity *Period of decreased responsiveness *Second period of reactivity 3. What happens during the first period of reactivity?: Answer *lasts up to 30 minutes after birth -alert, awake, exploratory, active newborn -HR increases 160-180 bpm, then returns to baseline -RR irregular 60-80, fine crackles, grunting, nasal flares, periods of apnea lasting less than 15 sec -tremors, crying, head movement -bowel sounds audible, may pass meconium **breastfeeding begins here 4. What is the most important assessment for the first period of reactivity?: - Answer Respiratory and cardio