A mother is concerned that her newborn doesn't appear to be alert enough to feed and is very irritable.Which of the following data documented in the mother's birth record might contribute to this newborn's behavior?

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The epidural during labor could have affected the newborn's alertness levels and ability to feed. Epidurals can cross the placenta and affect the baby's central nervous system, leading to a depressed state after birth. The other factors listed are unlikely to have a direct impact on the newborn's behavior.

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