What is one of the first physical assessments performed on a newborn?

The nurse is assessing an infant with pyloric stenosis. The assessment findings include a sunken anterior fontanelle, dry mucous membranes, and no tears when crying. Based on these findings, which is the nurse’s priority action?

Which patient should receive nursing attention first?

What is one of the first physical assessments performed on a newborn?

Which of the following is a critical nursing assessment for a newborn immediately after birth?

A patient is admitted with a cerebral vascular accident who also has diabetes type II and hypertension.  The patients pulse is 118 beats per minute and irregular, and the fingerstick blood glucose is 222.  Which medication should the nurse administer first?

During a newborn assessment, which of the following findings is considered normal in a healthy full-term newborn?

During a postpartum assessment, what is a key indicator of uterine involution?

Which surgical patient has the greatest risk for post-operative gastrointestinal complications?

Which intervention is most appropriate for a postpartum client experiencing uterine cramping?