The NICU nurse begins her shift by assessing one of the preterm infants assigned to her care. The infant's color is pale, his O2 saturation has decreased, and he is grimacing. This infant is displaying common signs of ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
pain
These are all nonverbal cues to newborn pain. Other signs include moaning, whimpering,
tense rigid muscles, increased or decreased heart rate, apnea, increased blood pressure,
sleep-wake pattern changes, or display of a "cry face." The nurse should discuss the
infant's response to pain with his provider to ensure that appropriate medications are
available. Ordered medications should always be given before any painful procedure.
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