Asked by angiala guilmette on May 25, 2024
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A nurse has determined that a newborn's respiratory breathing is within a normal range. How should the nurse document this finding?
A) Irregular, abdominal, 30 to 60 breaths/min
B) Regular, abdominal, 25 to 35 breaths/min
C) Regular, noisy, 35 to 45 breaths/min
D) Irregular, quiet, 45 to 55 breaths/min
Respiratory Breathing
The process of inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide through the respiratory system, essential for life and cellular function.
Abdominal
Pertaining to the abdomen, the body region that contains the majority of the organs of the digestive system, as well as the liver, pancreas, and kidneys.
- Recognize and interpret the normal ranges for vital signs and physical measurements in newborns.
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Merls MilesMay 30, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The respirations of a normal newborn are irregular and abdominal, with a rate of 30 to 60 breaths/min. Newborn respirations are irregular. Pauses in respiration less than 20 seconds in duration are considered normal. The newborn is an abdominal breather with a wider range of respiratory rates.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and interpret the normal ranges for vital signs and physical measurements in newborns.