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The nurse is caring for the newborn of a drug-addicted mother. Which assessment findings would be typical for this newborn? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. Hyperirritability
  2. Decreased muscle tone
  3. Exaggerated reflexes
  4. Low pitched cry
  5. Transient tachypnea

Question 2

Parents have been told their child has fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). Which statement by a parent indicates that additional teaching is required?
 
  1. Our baby's heart murmur is from this syndrome.
  2. He might be a fussy baby because of this.
  3. His face looks like it does due to this problem.
  4. Cuddling and rocking will help him stay calm.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

1, 3, 5
Explanation: 1. Newborns born to drug-addicted mothers exhibit hyperirritability.
3. Newborns born to drug-addicted mothers exhibit exaggerated reflexes.
5. Newborns born to drug-addicted mothers exhibit transient tachypnea.

Answer to Question 2

4
Explanation: 4. The FASD baby is most comfortable in a quiet, minimally stimulating environment.


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