Which of the following symptoms should the nurse recognize as a manifestation of neonatal abstinence syndrome?

Decreased muscle tone

Exaggerated Moro reflex

Consoles easily

Weak cry

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   Decreased muscle tone is not typically associated with neonatal abstinence syndrome.
B.   Exaggerated Moro reflex, which is a startle response that causes the baby to fling their arms and legs out and then curl them in, is a common signof neonatal abstinence
C.   Consoling easily is not a characteristic feature of neonatal abstinence syndrome; these infants are often difficult to console.
D.   A high pitched cry is a common symptom of neonatal abstinence syndrome. A weak cry is not anticipated.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. A bulging anterior fontanel suggests increased intracranial pressure, not dehydration.
B. Decreased urine specific gravity can occur with hydration or dilute urine, and it is not specific to dehydration.
C. Bounding pulses may be present in various conditions but are not a direct sign of dehydration.
D. Decreased skin turgor is a classic sign of dehydration in both infants and adults. It indicates a deficit of body fluids.

A. Recurrent variable deceleration of the FHR B. Uterine contractions every 6 min C. Uterine contractions lasting 30 to 45 seconds D. Moderate variability of the FHR

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Recurrent variable decelerations of the fetal heart rate (FHR) are concerning and can indicate fetal distress.
B. Uterine contractions every 6 minutes may not provide effective progress in labor, but it is not indicative of fetal distress.
C. Uterine contractions lasting 30 to 45 seconds are within the normal range for labor.
D. Moderate variability of the FHR is a reassuring sign and indicates that the fetus is tolerating labor well.

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Which of the following symptoms should the nurse recognize as a manifestation of neonatal abstinence syndrome?

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