Reflection Questions
1
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What can a nurse do to improve the safety of babies in the birthing room?
2
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Prior to a birth, what type of equipment should the nurse confirm is adjacent to the radiant warmer in order to ensure the safe care of the neonate?
3
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What information would the baby nurse want to know about the birthing person, the labor, and medications the birthing person received before the neonate is born?
4
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In what ways would the nurse prepare the birthing room to prevent cold stress in the neonate?
5
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In what ways would the nurse prepare the postpartum room to prevent cold stress in the neonate?
6
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What are some educational topics the nurse would discuss with the new parents to prevent cold stress in the newborn when they take their baby home?