A newborn has the following applied to the umbilical cord. 
What should the nurse instruct the new parents about regarding this device?
A) It has to stay intact for at least one week
B) It is removed in 24 hours if the cord has dried
C) It eliminates the need to wash the infant's abdomen
D) It is removed by cutting the tissue beneath the clamp
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