Question

A neonate was born at 36-weeks' gestation weighing 4 pounds (1,800 g). The neonate also has microcephaly and microphthalmia. The nurse is reviewing the maternal history in preparation for care. Which risk factor would the nurse most likely expect to find?

1) positive group B streptococci
2) use of marijuana
3) gestational diabetes
4) use of alcohol

Answer 1

The nurse would most likely expect to find the risk factor of 3) gestational diabetes in the maternal history of the neonate with microcephaly and microphthalmia.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse would most likely expect to find the risk factor of gestational diabetes in the maternal history of the neonate with microcephaly and microphthalmia. Gestational diabetes is a condition that occurs during pregnancy when a woman's blood sugar levels become elevated. It can increase the risk of various complications during pregnancy, including birth defects.