A caregiver calls the pediatrician's office and is desperate to talk with the pediatrician or the nurse. The baby has red swollen gums and is teething and fussy. The caregiver wants to know what intervention to take to soothe the irritable baby. The nurse will most likely suggest:

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The nurse is likely to suggest giving an ice cube in a washcloth or zwieback toast as these are safe methods to soothe a teething baby's gums. The cold helps numb the area, reducing pain and inflammation, while the texture can provide relief through gentle pressure.

A Caregiver Calls the Pediatrician's Office and Is Desperate to Talk