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    ATI NUR209 Maternal Newborn Final Assessment Proctored Exam 2025
    Select All That Apply

    A nurse is caring for a client having a biophysical profile.The client asks what the test is for.What should the nurse include in the response? (Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleCracked, peeling skin is typical of postmature infants due to prolonged exposure to amniotic fluid. Reduced vernix caseosa, which normally protects the skin, exacerbates this peeling.Choice B rationaleA positive Moro reflex is an expected neurologic finding in postmature infants, demonstrating an intact central nervous system. Persistence or absence may indicate neurologic compromise requiring further evaluation.Choice C rationaleCreases covering the soles of the feet are common in postmature infants due to advanced physical maturity. Increased plantar creasing correlates with gestational age and tissue development.Choice D rationalePostmature infants often have long, hardened fingernails rather than short, soft nails. Extended gestation promotes additional growth, distinguishing them from premature or term neonates.Choice E rationaleVernix is typically absent or minimal in postmature infants due to its absorption after 40 weeks of gestation. Limited vernix increases the risk of skin desquamation and irritation.

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