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The Nurse Is Caring for a Hospitalized Infant

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The nurse is caring for a hospitalized infant. When the infant begins to cry, the parents report they do not believe in responding too rapidly, as they do not wish to spoil their child. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?


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