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CCRN Exam Prep - Neonatal Critical Care Nursing

Category - Physiology

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You are caring for a neonate who has witch’s milk. You should tell the mother that witch’s milk:
  1. Occurs because the neonate has begun to secrete sex hormones.
  2. Is the sign of a severe and serious endocrine disorder.
  3. Occurs when the neonate is affected by the mother’s sex hormones.
  4. Most often indicates that the neonate is dehydrated.
Explanation
Answer: C - You should tell the mother that witch’s milk occurs when the neonate is affected by the mother’s sex hormones. This can begin shortly after birth and it can continue for about 2 months.
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