NARM Newborn Assessment 2

Question 1

Signs of neonatal respiratory distress?

Accepted Answer

Grunting, nasal flaring, retractions, tachypnea, cyanosis

Answer

Multiple visible signs show breathing difficulty.

Question 2

Proper newborn resuscitation steps?

Accepted Answer

Warm, dry, stimulate; position airway; PPV if needed

Answer

A stepwise approach starts with simple interventions.

Question 3

Umbilical cord care for newborns?

Accepted Answer

Keep clean and dry until natural detachment in 1-3 weeks

Answer

Current evidence supports simple dry care.

Question 4

Normal weight loss in breastfed newborns?

Accepted Answer

Up to 7-10% in first days, regained by 10-14 days

Answer

Initial weight loss is normal and temporary.

Question 5

What is neonatal hypoglycemia?

Accepted Answer

Low blood sugar causing jitteriness, poor feeding, lethargy, possibly seizures

Answer

Low blood sugar requires prompt treatment.

(NARM) North American Registry of Midwives Practice Test