Patient Education & Health Promotion Flashcards
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Which statement best describes the purpose of newborn screening heel-stick testing?
Answer: To identify treatable metabolic and genetic conditions early
Early detection allows treatment before symptoms and prevents serious outcomes.
Which vaccine is recommended for newborns before hospital discharge if the mother is HBsAg-negative?
Answer: Hepatitis B
The first hepatitis B dose is recommended within 24 hours of birth for medically stable infants.
Which teaching method best verifies a parent's understanding of discharge instructions?
Answer: Teach-back, with the parent explaining in their own words
Teach-back confirms comprehension and identifies gaps.
A parent with limited English proficiency needs discharge teaching. What is the best approach?
Answer: Use a qualified medical interpreter
Qualified interpreters ensure accuracy and meet legal and ethical standards.
Which newborn danger sign should parents be taught to report immediately?
Answer: Poor feeding with lethargy or difficulty breathing
Lethargy, poor feeding, and respiratory distress can signal serious illness.
Which practice promotes bonding and thermal stability immediately after a low-risk birth?
Answer: Uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact
Skin-to-skin contact supports temperature, glucose stability, and breastfeeding initiation.
What should the nurse teach about expected newborn weight changes in the first week?
Answer: Weight loss up to about 7 to 10% of birth weight is normal
Most newborns lose up to 7 to 10% and regain birth weight by about 10 to 14 days.
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