With regard to injuries to the infant's plexus during labour and birth,nurses should be aware of which of the following?
A) If the nerves are stretched with no avulsion, they should recover completely in three to six months.
B) Erb palsy is caused by damage to the lower plexus.
C) Parents of children with brachial palsy are taught to pick up the child from under the axillae.
D) Breastfeeding is not recommended for infants with facial nerve paralysis until the condition resolves.

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If the nerves are stretched with no avulsion,they should recover completely in three to six months.However,if the ganglia are disconnected completely from the spinal cord,the damage is permanent.Erb palsy is caused by damage to the upper plexus and is less serious than brachial palsy.Parents of children with brachial palsy are taught to avoid picking up the child under the axillae or by pulling on the arms.Breastfeeding is not contraindicated,but both mother and infant will need help from the nurse at the start.

With Regard to Injuries to the Infant's Plexus During Labour