#263: Understanding Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

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🗓️ 15 December 2022

⏱️ 16 minutes

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Summary

Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) occurs when neonates who were exposed to drugs in the womb experience withdrawal after birth. These substances pass through the placenta into neonatal circulation, causing dependency and ultimately withdrawal symptoms in the newborn. In this episode you will learn: * The complications of NAS * Signs and symptoms of withdrawal in neonates * Key assessments for an infant going through withdrawal * Tests and treatments * Important family education Helpful Resources: FNASS - See an example of the Finnegan Scale here Want to study on-the-go? Then Study Sesh might be the answer you’ve been looking for! >>> Did you find this episode helpful? Then I’d love it if you'd rate and review the podcast! And if you’re not following the show, add it to your podcast library so you never miss an episode! __________ The information, including but not limited to, audio, video, text, and graphics contained on this podcast are for educational purposes only. No content on this podcast is intended to guide nursing practice and does not supersede any individual healthcare provider's scope of practice or any nursing school curriculum. Additionally, no content on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Straight a Nursing is a proud member of the Airwave Media Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:46.8	together today in just a moment we'll be diving into a maternal newborn topic
0:52.4	of neonatal abstinence syndrome.
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