Question

Four hours after the delivery of a healthy neonate of an insulin-dependent diabetic mother, the baby appears jittery and has rapid respirations and poor muscle tone. Which nursing action has top priority?

Answer 1

Children born to insulin dependent diabetic mothers should be started orally with breastfeeding or sugary liquids as soon as possible, to avoid hypoglycemic conditions that can be fatal; Likewise, these children should be tested for glycemia to assess their blood values and take appropriate medical behavior according to their results.