The nurse is caring for a new mother and infant.Which action should the nurse take that allows the new parents to feel in control when being taught how to bathe their infant?
A)Telling the parents everything the nurse is doing and why
B)Letting the parents watch a video after the bath
C)Letting the parents bathe the baby with direction and guidance from the nurse
D)Giving lots of advice and suggestions about different methods

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Allowing the parents to bathe the baby with direction and guidance from the nurse gives them a sense of control and autonomy in caring for their infant. It also provides an opportunity for them to practice the skill and receive feedback from the nurse. Option A is important, but it may not provide enough opportunity for parents to actively participate. Option B is passive learning and still requires the nurse to perform the bath initially. Option D may overwhelm the parents and make them feel less in control.

The Nurse Is Caring for a New Mother and Infant