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aabwk4 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

The nurse would include which intervention when planning the care of a cocaine-addicted newborn experiencing withdrawal?

A) Frequent assessment of vital signs and wrapping the newborn snugly in a blanket
B) Administration of methadone and frequent monitoring of respiratory status
C) Meticulous skin and perineal care and frequent tactile stimulation
D) Use of radiant heating source and the provision of loose, nonrestrictive clothing

Question 2

Which of the following would the nurse need to keep in mind when describing the difference between pathological and physiological jaundice to a new mother?

A) Physiological jaundice results in kernicterus.
B) Pathological jaundice appears within 24 hours after birth.
C) Both are treated with exchange transfusions of O- blood.
D) Physiological jaundice requires transfer to the NICU.