RNC-OB Neonatal Care & Assessment

Question 1

What is the primary assessment of a neonate immediately after birth?

Accepted Answer

Checking airway, breathing, and circulation.

Answer

Assessing the baby’s reflexes.

Answer

Monitoring the baby's weight.

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Determining the baby’s gender.

Question 2

What is an important sign of respiratory distress in a newborn?

Accepted Answer

Rapid or labored breathing and cyanosis.

Answer

Increased appetite and alertness.

Answer

Excessive crying.

Answer

Calm and relaxed demeanor.

Question 3

What should be done if a neonate shows signs of jaundice?

Accepted Answer

Monitor the baby’s bilirubin levels, and if necessary, use phototherapy.

Answer

Nothing, jaundice is always normal.

Answer

Only monitor the baby’s skin color.

Answer

Administer antibiotics immediately.

Question 4

What is a normal heart rate for a healthy neonate?

Accepted Answer

120-160 beats per minute.

Answer

80-100 beats per minute.

Answer

100-120 beats per minute.

Answer

160-180 beats per minute.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a newborn screening test?

Accepted Answer

To detect metabolic and genetic disorders.

Answer

To detect infections.

Answer

To measure the baby’s weight.

Answer

To assess the baby’s immunity.