What nursing intervention should be included in the plan of care for a baby born to a drug-addicted mother?
a. Swaddle the baby closely
b. Place the baby in a brightly lit area
c. Hold and rock the baby frequently
d. Place the baby in a busy part of the nursery for stimulation
ANS: A
A baby born to a drug-addicted mother should be swaddled, placed in an area of low stimulation, and minimally handled.
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