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While assessing the newborn, the nurse should be aware that the average expected apical pulse range of a full-term, quiet, alert newborn is beats/min.

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

120 to 160

Rationale:
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  • Category: RN - Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: General Exams
  • Domain: GE - MATERNAL & NEWBORN
  • Answer Choices: 4
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