A nurse is reviewing a client's maternal prenatal record and notes that the mother used narcotics during her pregnancy. A primary nursing intervention when caring for a drug-exposed neonate is to: 1....

A nurse is reviewing a client's maternal prenatal record and notes that the mother used narcotics during her pregnancy. A primary nursing intervention when caring for a drug-exposed neonate is to:

1. Assess vital signs including blood pressure every hour.

2. Minimize environmental stimuli.

3. Place the infant in a well-lighted area for observation.

4. Provide stimulation to increase adaptation to the environment.