RNC-NIC Thermoregulation Questions
And Answers With Verified Solutions
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What are normal temperature ranges for full-term, preterm, and VLBW neonates? -
ANSWER✔✔-term: 36.5-37.5
-preterm: 36.3-36.9
-VLBW: 36.7-37.3
What are some physiologic reasons for temperature variation in neonates? -
ANSWER✔✔-little subcutaneous fat as insulation
-decreased amounts of brown fat and glycogen stores
-large body surface area-to-mass
-poor ability to vasoconstrict
-immature hypothalamus
-increased evaporative losses due to immature skin
-poorly developed shivering thermogenesis
What is the primary method for heat generation in neonates? - ANSWER✔✔non-
shivering thermogenesis: completed through the metabolism of brown fat
What are some common causes of hyperthermia in neonates? - ANSWER✔✔-
maternal fever at delivery
-mechanical issues (not using servo mode, misplaced temperature probes,
phototherapy lights)
-secondary to medications (i.e. prostaglandins)
-infection (mostly in term neonates)
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