Childbirth Educator Newborn Care 3

Question 1

What is the 'safe sleep' environment recommended by the AAP for newborns?

Accepted Answer

Firm, flat surface on the back, in own sleep space, room-sharing without bed-sharing

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Soft mattress with loose blankets for warmth

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Sleeping in the parental bed for bonding

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Any position the baby is comfortable in

Question 2

What is the moro reflex and when does it typically disappear?

Accepted Answer

A startle reflex where arms spread outward then inward; disappears around 3–6 months

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A rooting reflex that disappears within 2 weeks

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A sucking reflex that disappears at 12 months

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A stepping reflex that disappears within 2 months

Question 3

What is newborn screening and when is it performed in the US?

Accepted Answer

Blood tests done at 24–48 hours to detect metabolic, hormonal, and genetic disorders

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A hearing test done at 1 month of age

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A developmental assessment at the 2-week visit

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Cardiac screening done at 6 months

Question 4

What is skin-to-skin contact (kangaroo care) and what are its benefits?

Accepted Answer

Placing the baby directly on the parent's bare chest to stabilize temperature, breathing, and bonding

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Bathing the baby immediately after birth to prevent infection

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Wrapping the baby tightly in blankets for warmth

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Placing the baby under a radiant warmer after birth

Question 5

What does the newborn hearing screening test detect?

Accepted Answer

Congenital hearing loss that may affect speech and language development

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Ear infections present at birth

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Balance disorders in the inner ear

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Sensitivity to certain frequencies of sound

Question 6

How should parents handle umbilical cord stump care?

Accepted Answer

Keep it dry and clean; allow it to fall off on its own within 1–3 weeks

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Apply alcohol daily to speed drying

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Keep it moist with petroleum jelly

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Remove it when it turns brown