Practice Question
A woman in labor received an opioid close to the time of birth. The nurse would assess the newborn for which effect?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Respiratory depression
Rationale:
🔷 Opioids administered during labor can cross the placenta and enter the fetal circulation, leading to central nervous system depression in the newborn.
🔷 One of the most critical complications of this is respiratory depression, which may manifest immediately after birth.
🔷 Newborns exposed to maternal opioids might display decreased respiratory effort, poor muscle tone, and decreased alertness.
🔷 Naloxone may be required if the infant does not respond adequately to stimulation or resuscitation and opioid exposure is confirmed.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: 🤱🏼Maternity & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4