Which combination of expressing pain could be demonstrated in a neonate?
A)Low-pitched crying,tachycardia,eyelids open wide
B)Cry face,flaccid limbs,closed mouth
C)High-pitched,shrill cry;withdrawal;change in heart rate
D)Cry face,eye squeeze,increase in blood pressure

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These manifestations are indicative of pain in the neonate.Cry and an increased heart rate are manifestations of neonatal pain.Typically,infants close their eyes tightly when in pain,not open them wide.Infants may cry in response to pain.Additionally,they may display a rigid posture with the mouth open.A high-pitched,shrill cry is associated with genetic/neurologic anomalies.The infant may cry,withdraw limbs,and become tachycardic with pain.

Which Combination of Expressing Pain Could Be Demonstrated in a Neonate