The nurse is caring for a full-term neonate and assessing th…
The nurse is caring for a full-term neonate and assessing the reflexes. While the baby is lying in the supine position, the nurse quickly turns the infant’s head to one side. The infant extends the arm and leg on that side like fencing (sword-fighting). The nurse documents a positive ____________________ reflex.
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A client who gave birth 24 hours ago is experiencing profuse diaphoresis. She has no other complaints. Her temperature is 99.0 F (37.2 C), pulse 56 beats per minute, respirations 22 breaths per minute, and blood pressure 112/64. Which of the following actions by the nurse is appropriate?
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