The nurse is admitting an infant to the care area.The parents and grandmother are present.What should the nurse use as the best source of data for this client?

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The best source of data for an infant is the parents, as they will have the most detailed and accurate information about their child's health history, development, and behavior. The medical record from birth will provide valuable information, but may not include current or updated information. The grandmother may be a helpful resource, but her information may not be as reliable as the parents who have direct responsibility for the infant's care. The admitting physician may have information about the infant's medical conditions, but will not have access to the same level of information about the infant's day-to-day care and behavior as the parents.

The Nurse Is Admitting an Infant to the Care Area