It Is Time for a Newborn to Have Blood Collected

question 1

Multiple Choice

It is time for a newborn to have blood collected for the newborn screening.How does the nurse turn this into a bonding opportunity for the mother?

• A) Perform the test in the mother's room and encourage her to comfort the newborn afterward
• B) Take the baby to the nursery for the test to avoid upsetting the mother
• C) Explain the bandage on the baby's foot when returning the baby to the mother's room
• D) Perform the test without mentioning it to the mother to reduce anxiety

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