A nurse is caring for a newborn. The newborn's mother is suspected to be opioid dependent. When assessing the newborn, which of the following would alert the nurse to the possibility of withdrawal? Select all that apply
A) Jaundice
B) Increased respiratory rate
C) Decreased respiratory rate
D) Sneezing
E) Fever
Ans: B, D, E
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Opiate withdrawal symptoms in a newborn usually appear during the first few days of life and include irritability, excessive crying, yawning, sneezing, increased respiratory rate, tremors, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.
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