What are the Treatment Interventions Based on Scores?
Depending on the total score, different interventions are recommended:
Scores 8 or higher: Infants with consistent scores of 8 or above usually require pharmacological treatment, such as morphine or methadone, to manage withdrawal symptoms. Scores below 8: These infants often benefit from non-pharmacological interventions like swaddling, skin-to-skin contact, and a quiet environment to alleviate symptoms.
Treatment is continuously adjusted based on subsequent scores, aiming to wean the infant off medications gradually.
