Newborns whose mothers are substance abusers frequently have which behaviors?

a. Hypothermia, decreased muscle tone, and weak sucking reflex
b. Excessive sleep, weak cry, and diminished grasp reflex
c. Circumoral cyanosis, hyperactive Babinski reflex, and constipation
d. Decreased amounts of sleep, hyperactive Moro reflex, and difficulty feeding


ANS: D
Infants exposed to drugs in utero often have poor sleeping patterns, hyperactive reflexes, and uncoordinated sucking and swallowing behaviors. They will have hyperactive muscle tone, a high-pitched cry, and diarrhea, not constipation.

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