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CPM Certified Professional Midwife

Category - Well-Baby Care

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A newborn has developed some abnormalities on the second day following delivery. In a healthy, full-term baby, which of the following is most likely to be accurate?
  1. Arhythmic respiration occuring
  2. Pulse rate of 100-160 beats/minute
  3. Weight of more than 12 lbs
  4. Respiratory rate of 12-16/ minute
Explanation
Answer: B - Pulse rate of 100-160 beats/minute

Rhythmic respiration is expected in a full-term, healthy newborn. A birthweight of less than 5 pounds, 8 ounces is considered low birthweight. A birthweight of less than 3 pounds, 5 ounces is considered a dangerously low birthweight. Characteristics of a healthy newborn baby include: 1) rhythmic respiration; 2) birth weight within normal range; and 3) respiratory rate of 30-60/ minute.
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