A preterm newborn was born at 35 weeks following an abruptio placentae due to a car accident. He was transported to the NICU at a nearby regional medical center. After being stabilized, he was placed in an isolette close to the door and placed on a cardiac monitor. A short time later, the nurse notices that he is cool to the touch and lethargic, has a weak cry, and has an axillary temperature of 36°C.
a. What might have contributed to this newborn’s hypothermic condition?
b. What transfer mechanism may have been a factor?
c. What intervention would be appropriate for the nurse to initiate
