The nurse is assessing an infant at a well-child visit and notices that the infant has been losing weight and is lethargic. The mother is breastfeeding the child. The nurse questions the mother about any medications that she might be taking
Which of the following, if being taken by the mother, would alert the nurse to a problem? Select all that apply.
A) Alprazolam
B) Buspirone
C) Hydroxyzine
D) Chlordiazepoxide
E) Lorazepam
Ans: A, D, E
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Benzodiazepines like alprazolam, chlordiazepoxide, and lorazepam taken by a breastfeeding mother can result in lethargy and weight loss in the infant. Buspirone and hydroxyzine do not appear to have the same effect.
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