A newborn is diagnosed with a meconium plug. Which interventions should the nurse prepare to provide to help resolve this health problem? (Select all that apply.)

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Treatment for a meconium plug includes the administration of 5 ml saline enema, rectal instillation of acetylcysteine (Mucomyst), a gastrografin enema, and a barium enema used to diagnose the disorder. A tap water enema should never be used in newborns because it can cause water intoxication.

A Newborn Is Diagnosed with a Meconium Plug