The nurse assesses a sleeping 1-hour-old, 39-weeks'-gestation newborn. The assessment data that would be of greatest concern would be which of the following?

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Respirations 68 breaths/minute is concerning because it indicates tachypnea, which is a respiratory rate higher than the normal range for newborns (30-60 breaths per minute). This could be a sign of respiratory distress or an underlying condition requiring further assessment and intervention.

The Nurse Assesses a Sleeping 1-Hour-Old, 39-Weeks'-Gestation Newborn