Asked by Zamii Aguilera on Apr 29, 2024
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How does the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Network Neurobehavioral Scale (NNNS) differ from the Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale (NBAS) ?
A) The NNNS is used with full-term infants; the NBAS with preterm infants.
B) The NNNS is used with infants at risk; the NBAS with normal infants.
C) The NNNS is used with those who score over 8 on the Apgar scale; the NBAS with those who scored 7 or less on the Apgar.
D) Both measures are used on all neonates.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Network Neurobehavioral Scale (NNNS)
A comprehensive assessment tool used for evaluating the neurological development, behavior, and stress responses in newborns, particularly those requiring intensive care.
Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale (NBAS)
A comprehensive scale used to assess a newborn's neurological development, reflexes, and reactions to people and the environment, assisting in understanding the infant's behavioral profile.
- Differentiate among various scales for assessing neonates and their respective objectives.
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Learning Objectives
- Differentiate among various scales for assessing neonates and their respective objectives.
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