A nurse in the NICU is caring for a newborn with Neonatal…
Question Answered step-by-step A nurse in the NICU is caring for a newborn with Neonatal… A nurse in the NICU is caring for a newborn with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. The newborn is having seizures, respiratory problems, poor sucking/feeding, and excessive crying. It is clear the baby is going through withdrawal. The newborn’s aunt has been granted custody; however, the mother and father continually try to visit the baby causing arguments on the unit. The mother and father claim they should be making the decisions regarding their baby’s care. The aunt is inquiring about signing the newborn out AMA so she can take her to an undisclosed hospital to avoid this confrontation. Should the mother be arrested for child abuse and neglect?Should this be reported?Does the aunt have the right to sign the baby out AMA?Keeping the best interest standard in mind, how would you respond to the aunt? Health Science Science Nursing NUR 300 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)
