After a Newborn Has Been Bathed,which Action Performed by the Nurse

question 10

Multiple Choice

After a newborn has been bathed,which action performed by the nurse indicates a need for further teaching about maintaining the baby's thermoregulation?

• A) The newborn is placed in a clean bassinet.
• B) The newborn is thoroughly dried.
• C) The newborn is dressed and swaddled in a blanket.
• D) A hat is placed on the newborn's head.

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