The Nurse Is Caring for a Newborn with the Following

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a newborn with the following device: What should be included when instructing the parents about the newborn's care? Select all that apply.

• A) The device should fall off in 8 days.
• B) Apply petroleum jelly to the site after the device falls off.
• C) Clean with warm water and mild soap after each diaper change.
• D) Apply light pressure with a sterile gauze pad if bleeding occurs.
• E) Abstain from applying cream or ointment while the device is present.

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