Practice Question
Which of the following statements accurately describes a characteristic of the newborn immune system?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Newborns receive passive immunity through the placenta and colostrum, but their own immune system is not fully functional until several months of age.
Rationale:
🧬 The newborn immune system is immature, especially the adaptive immune response, leaving infants vulnerable to infection.
🧬 Passive immunity from the mother via IgG (placenta) and IgA (colostrum) helps protect the infant in early months.
🧬 Innate immunity is present but less effective; full immune maturity develops over months to years.
🧬 Vaccines and breastfeeding play key roles in supporting immune development.
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Answer Choices:
A. The infant stretches their arms out and then back in toward their body.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
A. Wipe the cord daily with alcohol prep pads.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
A. Tickle the outer edge of the sole of the newborn's foot moving up toward the toes.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Maternal & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4