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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Neonatal

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A frantic mother phones emergency medical services after she discovers her newborn is crying and turning more and bluer. A neonatal nurse is dispatched to the scene and on the way is asked by the paramedic what body system these signs and symptoms are most likely due to?

Cardiac
Pulmonary
Both A and B
None of the above

Explanation

Answer: A - The organ system most responsible for these signs and symptoms is the cardiac system. Cyanosis that worsens when crying is likely associated with cardiac disease.

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