Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
Assessment findings of a 4-hour-old newborn include an axillary temperature of 96.8° F (35.8° C), heart rate of 150 beats/minute with a soft murmur, irregular respiratory rate at 64 breaths/minute, jitteriness, hypotonia, and a weak cry. Based on these findings, which action should the nurse implement?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Jitteriness, hypotonia, weak cry, and low temperature suggest hypoglycemia. Obtaining a heel stick glucose level ' is critical. Swaddling ' and pulse oximetry ' are secondary, and documentation ' does not address the immediate need.