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NCLEX-RN
Health Promotion and Maintenance

Newborn Care: Assessment of Jitteriness

Easy Ante/intra/postpartum And Newborn Care Newborn Care

During your shift in the nursery, a nurse is performing an assessment on a newborn who was just delivered via cesarean section. The newborn appears to be in good condition, with a normal heart rate and respiratory rate. However, you notice that the baby has a slight tremor in the hands and is exhibiting some jitteriness. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action?

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