A macrosomic infant is born after a difficult,forceps-assisted delivery.After stabilization,the infant is weighed,and the birth weight is 4550 g (9 pounds,6 ounces).What action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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This infant is macrosomic (over 4000 g)and is at high risk for hypoglycemia.Blood glucose levels should be monitored frequently,and the infant should be observed closely for signs of hypoglycemia.The infant can stay with the mother,but this is not the best Answerwer since it does not include the close monitoring needed.Regardless of gestational age,this infant is macrosomic.

A Macrosomic Infant Is Born After a Difficult,forceps-Assisted Delivery