Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for four newborns during their shift in the unit. After performing an assessment, which newborn should the nurse see first?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Failure to pass meconium by 48 hours (A) may indicate conditions like HirschsprungÔÇÖs disease or cystic fibrosis, requiring urgent evaluation. Mild jaundice with bilirubin of 3 mg/dL (B) is within normal limits for a 3-day-old. Passing meconium at 3 hours (C) and a positive Babinski reflex (D) are normal findings.