Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse on the labor and delivery unit is caring for a newborn immediately following birth.Which of the following actions by the nurse caring for the newborn reduces heat loss by evaporation?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Drying the newborn's skin thoroughly immediately after birth helps reduce heat loss by evaporation, which is a significant concern as wet skin can cause rapid heat loss.