Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
Simulated
A nurse is assisting with the care of a newborn immediately following birth. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering? Select all that apply:
Correct answer
A,B,E
Rationale
The correct answers are A, B, and E. A: Antibiotic ointment to both eyes is given to prevent neonatal conjunctivitis. B: Hepatitis B immunization is crucial for newborns to prevent Hepatitis B infection. E: Vitamin K injection is given to prevent hemorrhagic disease of the newborn. C: Lidocaine gel to the umbilical stump is not a standard practice and can cause local irritation. D: Haemophilus influenzae type b immunization is typically given later in infancy, not immediately after birth.