A nurse is caring for a client who has opioid use disorder and is experiencing withdrawal.
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

 

 

 

 

A. Instilling erythromycin ophthalmic ointment in the newborn's eyes is important to prevent neonatal conjunctivitis, but drying the newborn takes precedence to prevent heat loss and stimulate breathing immediately after birth.

B. Weighing the newborn and placing identification bracelets can be done after drying the newborn.

C. Placing identification bracelets on the newborn is important for identification purposes but does not take precedence over drying the newborn to prevent heat loss and stimulate breathing.

D. Dry the newborn: Drying the newborn is the priority immediately after birth to prevent heat

loss and stimulate breathing. The newborn is wet from amniotic fluid and may be cold due to the temperature difference between the intrauterine and extrauterine environment. Drying the newborn with a warm, soft towel helps to prevent hypothermia and promotes the initiation of breathing, which is essential for oxygenation and lung expansion. This action supports the

newborn's transition to extrauterine life and sets the stage for subsequent assessments and interventions.

A. Brushing teeth immediately after eating may exacerbate nausea, especially if the client is experiencing pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting.

B. Laying down for 30 minutes after meals may worsen nausea and reflux symptoms.

C. Drinking 12 oz of water with each meal may contribute to feelings of fullness and exacerbate nausea and vomiting.

D. Eating a dry carbohydrate before getting out of bed, such as crackers or dry toast, can help alleviate nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy by providing a bland, easily digestible source of energy before the client starts moving in the morning.