The nurse is conducting a general survey on an infant for a health maintenance visit. During the survey, the infant has a liquid stool. The mother becomes very angry and asks the nurse to change the diaper because she just can't "deal with the odor." Why is this mother's statement important to the nurse?

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The mother's statement may be an indication of the mother-child relationship and could potentially provide valuable information for the nurse to address during the visit. It does not necessarily provide any information about the child's health or diet.

The Nurse Is Conducting a General Survey on an Infant