Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome: Recognition, Care, and Prevention
University
Shawnee State University
Major
Nursing BSN
Student Type
Undergraduate Student
Presentation Types
Oral Presentation (Live)
Keywords:
Nursing, Substance Abuse, Neonatal care, Maternity
Abstract
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) is a withdrawal condition affecting newborns exposed to opioids and other substances in utero. Scioto County has some of the highest incidences of substance abuse in the state, prevention and care are vital for this community. In this presentation, I will cover what the syndrome is, how it is treated, and what people can do to care for these infants from a nursing perspective. Addressing NAS is not only about treating withdrawal but also advocating for maternal support and early intervention strategies to improve long-term outcomes.
Human and Animal Subjects
no
IRB or IACUC Approval
yes
Faculty Mentor Name
Ruby LaBello
Faculty Mentor Title
Associate Professor
Faculty Mentor Department
School of Nursing
Recommended Citation
Barnhart, Leo, "Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome: Recognition, Care, and Prevention" (2025). Celebration of Scholarship. 2.
https://digitalcommons.shawnee.edu/cos/2025/session4/2
Location
LIB 204
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome: Recognition, Care, and Prevention
LIB 204
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) is a withdrawal condition affecting newborns exposed to opioids and other substances in utero. Scioto County has some of the highest incidences of substance abuse in the state, prevention and care are vital for this community. In this presentation, I will cover what the syndrome is, how it is treated, and what people can do to care for these infants from a nursing perspective. Addressing NAS is not only about treating withdrawal but also advocating for maternal support and early intervention strategies to improve long-term outcomes.
