At delivery, it was discovered that the newborn had a bilateral cleft lip. The parents are distressed about the appearance of their infant. Nursing behaviors that can help the parents bond to the infant include:
A)Calling the infant by name when referring to the infant.
B)Keeping the infant's lower face covered with the blanket.
C)Smiling at the infant and talking to the infant in the parents' presence.
D)Showing the parents before and after pictures of other children with cleft lips.
E)Discussing positive features of their baby.

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A) Calling the infant by name helps personalize and humanize the baby, fostering a bond between the parents and the infant.C) Smiling and talking to the infant in the parents' presence models positive interactions and helps the parents see their baby as responsive and engaging.D) Showing before and after pictures of other children who had cleft lips can provide hope and reassurance about the possibilities of corrective surgery and the future appearance of their child.E) Discussing the positive features of their baby helps the parents focus on the baby's strengths and unique qualities, fostering a positive bond.

At Delivery, It Was Discovered That the Newborn Had a Bilateral