Which Should the Nurse Include in a Teaching Session for the Parents

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which should the nurse include in a teaching session for the parents of an infant who will be placed in a Pavlik harness for the treatment of congenital developmental dysplasia?

• A) Apply lotion or powder to minimize skin irritation.
• B) Check at least 2 or 3 times a day for red areas under the straps.
• C) Put clothing over the harness for maximum effectiveness of the device.
• D) Place a diaper over the harness, preferably using a thin, superabsorbent, disposable diaper.

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