Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Newborn at 34 weeks gestation, weighs 1,550 g, with nasal flaring, intercostal retractions, expiratory grunting, mild cyanosisA nurse is caring for a newborn who is at 34 weeks of gestation, weighs 1,550 g, and has nasal flaring, intercostal retractions, expiratory grunting, and mild cyanosis. The nurse should place the newborn in an incubator for which of the following reasons?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Premature newborns have immature thermoregulation, making an incubator essential to maintain body temperature and prevent cold stress.