While Changing the Diaper on a Newborn in the Presence

question 23

Multiple Choice

While changing the diaper on a newborn in the presence of the mother, the nurse notes a belly binder wrapped around the umbilical cord. When questioned, the mother states this is the way the umbilical area is cared for in her culture. The nurse should:

• A)Accept this practice as a cultural variation and allow the mother to care for the umbilicus.
• B)Explain to the mother the risks associated with belly binders and encourage her to remove it.
• C)Remove the belly binder and discard it.
• D)Replace the belly binder with a coin as a safer cultural practice.