Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A newborn whose mother was addicted to heroinWhich nursing interventions are appropriate while caring for a newborn whose mother was addicted to heroin during the pregnancy? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct answer
C,D,E,F
Rationale
Correct Answer: C, D, E, F
Rationale:
C: Swaddle newborn with legs flexed - Helps provide comfort and security to the newborn as they are used to being in a confined space in the womb.
D: Maintain low stimulation environment - Infants exposed to heroin may be sensitive to stimuli, so a quiet environment helps promote relaxation and reduce stress.
E: Offer the newborn a pacifier - Pacifiers can help soothe the baby and provide non-nutritive sucking which can be calming.
F: Administer oral glucose for comfort - Oral glucose can help alleviate symptoms of withdrawal and provide comfort to the newborn.
Summary:
A: Observing the newborn in a well-lit nursery may overstimulate the baby.
B: Feeding half strength formula may not be necessary unless medically indicated.
G: No information provided for this choice.
Rationale:
C: Swaddle newborn with legs flexed - Helps provide comfort and security to the newborn as they are used to being in a confined space in the womb.
D: Maintain low stimulation environment - Infants exposed to heroin may be sensitive to stimuli, so a quiet environment helps promote relaxation and reduce stress.
E: Offer the newborn a pacifier - Pacifiers can help soothe the baby and provide non-nutritive sucking which can be calming.
F: Administer oral glucose for comfort - Oral glucose can help alleviate symptoms of withdrawal and provide comfort to the newborn.
Summary:
A: Observing the newborn in a well-lit nursery may overstimulate the baby.
B: Feeding half strength formula may not be necessary unless medically indicated.
G: No information provided for this choice.