Newborn Care and Developmental Expectations

Very Hard Developmental Stages And Transitions Newborn (0-1 Month)

A new parent brings their 2-week-old newborn to the pediatric clinic for a routine check-up. The nurse is required to provide education on normal newborn development and care during the first month of life. In this scenario, which of the following should the nurse include as essential components of care and developmental expectations for a newborn in this age range?

Select all that apply:

Newborns typically exhibit reflexive behaviors such as rooting and grasping.

It is normal for newborns to lose up to 10% of their birth weight in the first few days.

Newborns should be positioned on their backs during sleep to prevent SIDS.

Breastfeeding should be initiated within the first hour of birth, if possible.

Newborns generally require 14-17 hours of sleep in a 24-hour period.

Parents should be aware of signs of developmental issues, such as excessive crying or lack of eye contact.

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