The nurse is assessing a newborn and suspects that the newborn was exposed to drugs in utero because the newborn is exhibiting signs of neonatal abstinence syndrome. Which of the following would the nurse expect to assess? (Select all that apply.)
A) Tremors
B) Diminished sucking
C) Regurgitation
D) Shrill, high-pitched cry
E) Hypothermia
F) Frequent sneezing
A, C, D, F
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Signs and symptoms of neonatal abstinence syndrome include tremors, frantic sucking, regurgitation or projectile vomiting, shrill high-pitched cry, fever, and frequent sneezing.
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