On day 3 of life,a newborn continues to require 100% oxygen by nasal cannula.The parents ask if they may hold their infant during his next gavage feeding.Considering that this newborn is physiologically stable,what response should the nurse provide?

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The newborn is physiologically stable and the request is reasonable. Holding the baby during a gavage feeding can promote bonding and has been shown to have positive effects on the newborn's development. The fact that the newborn requires oxygen by nasal cannula does not necessarily preclude holding. The nurse should ensure that the parents are educated on how to safely hold their baby while still allowing for access to the feeding tube and monitoring equipment.

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