You are the NNP evaluating a 2-day old term newborn admitted…
You are the NNP evaluating a 2-day old term newborn admitted to the NICU for septic workup due to rupture of membranes x 30 hours and maternal Group B streptococcus positive status. The RPR, HIV and Hepatitis B are negative, Rubella immune. On exam, the infant has numerous vesicles with erythematous base. The infant is active, alert, pink and well-perfused. You suspect the most likely diagnosis is
Read DetailsA 23 year old mother with h/o no prenatal care was admitted…
A 23 year old mother with h/o no prenatal care was admitted in labor. Maternal labs were drawn on admission to labor and delivery with the following results: HbSAG was negative, Group B negative, RPR positive, HIV negative, Hep C positive, blood type A +. What other test results would be immediately necessary in order to make a decision on possible treatment for the baby once delivered based on these maternal lab results?
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