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This document provides answers to four
questions about substance-exposed newborns. Although the State requires that
all newborns be tested for certain disorders, it does not mandate that they
be tested for substance exposure. Therefore, doctors use their professional
judgment to identify which newborns need to be tested. If a regulated
medical professional believes that a newborn has been affected by alcohol or
drugs, this information must be reported to Child Protective Services (CPS).
Once reported, CPS staff investigate and assess whether the newborn can be
safely cared for in his/her home or needs to be placed elsewhere, such as
with a family member or in foster care.
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