The nurse is assessing an infant during a well-baby visit in the family practice clinic. During this assessment, the nurse asks the mother several routine questions regarding the infant's progress and notes that the mother nods her head but is looking at her cell phone. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate in this situation?

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Asking the mother to put the phone down and discuss her infant's progress is the most appropriate and direct approach to engage her in the conversation, ensuring that the assessment is thorough and that any concerns or questions she may have are addressed.

The Nurse Is Assessing an Infant During a Well-Baby Visit