Question

A newborn, at 5 hours old, wakes from a sound sleep and becomes very active and begins to cry. Which of the following signs if exhibited by this newborn would indicate expected adaptation to extrauterine life? (Circle all that apply.)

a. Increased mucus production
b. Passage of meconium
c. Heart rate of 160 beats per minute
d. Respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute and irregular
e. Retraction of sternum with inspiration
f. Expiratory grunting with nasal flaring

Answer 1

The signs that indicate expected adaptation to extrauterine life in newborns are the passage of meconium, a heart rate of 160 beats per minute, and a respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute and irregular.

Step-by-step explanation:

The signs that would indicate expected adaptation to extrauterine life in a newborn are:

b. Passage of meconium: Meconium is the first stool passed by a newborn, and its passage indicates proper function of the gastrointestinal system.

c. Heart rate of 160 beats per minute: A heart rate of 160 beats per minute is within the normal range for a newborn and indicates a healthy cardiovascular system.

d. Respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute and irregular: A respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute, combined with irregular breathing, is a normal pattern for a newborn and shows that their respiratory system is functioning well.