Newborns whose mothers are substance abusers frequently have what behavior?
a. Circumoral cyanosis, hyperactive Babinski reflex, and constipation
b. Decreased amounts of sleep, hyperactive Moro (startle) reflex, and difficulty
feeding
c. Hypothermia, decreased muscle tone, and weak sucking reflex
d. Excessive sleep, weak cry, and diminished grasp reflex
B
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A They will have diarrhea and increased muscle tone.
B The infant exposed to drugs in utero often has poor sleeping patterns,
hyperactive reflexes, and uncoordinated sucking and swallowing behavior.
C They will have an uncoordinated sucking and swallowing reflex and decreased
muscle tone.
D They will have poor sleeping patterns, increased reflexes, and a high-pitched cry.
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