Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

27. The Reproductive System

Introduction to the Reproductive System

Anatomy & Physiology

27. The Reproductive System

Introduction to the Reproductive System

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Which nursing intervention is essential while caring for an infant with a cleft lip or palate?

Applying a warm compress to the affected area

Administering antibiotics to prevent infection

Encouraging the infant to suck on a pacifier

Feeding the infant in an upright position to prevent aspiration

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Understand the condition: A cleft lip or palate is a congenital deformity that affects the upper lip and/or the roof of the mouth, which can impact feeding and increase the risk of aspiration.

Identify the primary concern: Infants with a cleft lip or palate are at risk of aspiration during feeding because the opening can allow food or liquid to enter the nasal cavity or airway.

Consider the options: Evaluate each intervention in terms of its relevance to preventing aspiration. Applying a warm compress or administering antibiotics does not directly address the risk of aspiration. Encouraging the infant to suck on a pacifier is not related to feeding safety.

Focus on feeding technique: Feeding the infant in an upright position helps to minimize the risk of aspiration by using gravity to keep food and liquid moving down the esophagus rather than entering the airway.

Implement the intervention: Ensure that caregivers are trained to feed the infant in an upright position, using specialized bottles or nipples if necessary, to facilitate safe feeding and reduce the risk of complications.