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Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 2 hr old.Which of the following findings is an indication of hypoglycemia? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
D, E
Rationale
Hypotonia (D) and jitteriness (E) are common signs of hypoglycemia in newborns due to low glucose affecting muscle tone and neurological function. The others are not specific to hypoglycemia.