Newborn Physiologic Adjustments (Neuromuscular System)

Question 1

The brain requires ____ as a source of energy and a relatively large supply of _____ for adequate metabolism.

Answer 1

Glucose

Oxygen

Question 2

Tremors should not be present when the infant is ____ and should not press beyond ________ month of age.

Answer 2

Quiet

1 Month

Question 3

What is the difference between Tremors or jitteriness and seizure activity?

Answer 3

Tremors or jitteriness are easily elicited by motions or voice and cease with gentle restraint of the body part.
Seizures activity is continues.

Question 4

What is seizure activity associated with?

Answer 4

Associated with ocular changes (eye deviating or staring) and autonomic changes (apnea, tachycardia, pupil changes, increased salivation).

Question 5

What is the characteristic of a hypotonic neonate?

Answer 5

Shows little resistance and can feel like a “rag doll”

Question 6

What is a characteristic of hypertonic neonates?

Answer 6

Is evidenced by increased resistance to passive movement.