What actions by the nursing staff would be beneficial for parents who have lost a newborn? (Select all that apply.)

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Perinatal loss is difficult for all concerned.Some interventions that have been found to be helpful include acknowledging the baby as a person by using his or her name;cleaning the baby and wrapping him or her in a blanket or dressing the child appropriately (so the baby looks warm and tended to);explaining how the baby will look,especially if the child does not have normal features;and giving the parents photographs and other memorabilia of their child.If the child is not in a favorable condition for photographs,a professional photographer is important.The family should always be encouraged to hold,touch,and cuddle the baby after death.

What Actions by the Nursing Staff Would Be Beneficial for Parents