Asked by Narga Harriett on May 18, 2024
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A nurse is assessing a preterm newborn. Which assessment findings are consistent with prematurity? (Select all that apply.)
A) Abundant lanugo over the body
B) Ear cartilage soft and pliable
C) Flexed body posture
D) Deep creases on the sole of the foot
E) Skin is bright pink, smooth, and shiny.
Abundant Lanugo
Lanugo is the fine, soft hair that covers the body of a fetus or newborn, and having it abundantly refers to a dense coverage.
Ear Cartilage
The flexible connective tissue forming the structure of the outer part of the ear.
Flexed Body
A posture or position where joints are bent or limbs are drawn up, often seen as a natural response to discomfort or pain.
- Identify and understand the assessment findings consistent with preterm newborns.
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Jaliyah MontanoMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
A, B, E
Explanation :
The preterm newborn has fine lanugo hair that is abundant over the body. The ear cartilage is soft and pliable, and the soles and palms have minimal creases, resulting in a smooth appearance. The preterm newborn's skin is bright pink (often translucent, depending on the degree of immaturity), smooth, and shiny, with small blood vessels clearly visible underneath the thin epidermis. In contrast to full-term infants' overall attitude of flexion and continuous activity, preterm infants may be inactive and listless. The extremities maintain an attitude of extension and remain in any position in which they are placed.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and understand the assessment findings consistent with preterm newborns.