Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A newborn who has macrosomia and whose mother has diabetes mellitus.A nurse is caring for a newborn who has macrosomia and whose mother has diabetes mellitus. The nurse should recognize which of the following newborn complications as the priority focus of care?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Hypoglycemia is the priority due to hyperinsulinemia risks, causing seizures or brain damage if untreated. Other complications are less immediate.