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Melanie Nunez
on Dec 04, 2024
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A mother brings her 6-month-old infant to the clinic for a well-baby checkup.How should the nurse proceed when weighing the patient?
A) Have the mother remain outside the room.
B) Ask the mother to remove the infant's clothing and diaper.
C) Weigh the infant wearing only the diaper.
D) Place the infant supine on the scale with his knees extended.
Well-Baby Checkup
Routine medical visits for infants to monitor growth and development, screen for diseases, and administer vaccinations.
Weigh
To measure the weight of an object or individual, usually with scales, as a means of assessing mass.
Infant
A very young child, especially one from birth to about 12 months of age.
- Harness knowledge in nursing assessment tactics, particularly in the inspection of skin, nails, and cranial nerves.
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Learning Objectives
- Harness knowledge in nursing assessment tactics, particularly in the inspection of skin, nails, and cranial nerves.
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