The nurse completes an initial newborn examination on a baby…
The nurse completes an initial newborn examination on a baby boy at 5 hours of age. The baby was born at 40 weeks’ gestation with no birth trauma. The nurse’s findings include the following parameters: Heart rate – 152 beats per minute, Respiratory rate – 58 breaths per minute, Temperature – 98.2°F (36.8°C)Length – 49.5 cm, Weight – 3500 g. Presence of a heart murmur, baby is pinkAsymmetrical abdomen Positive Babinski reflexes Which assessment would warrant further investigation and require consultation with the baby’s health-care provider?