The nurse is doing a general survey on an infant for a well-child check.During the survey,the baby 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." This response is important to the nurse because:

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The mother's response of being unable to "deal with the odor" may indicate a potential issue with the mother-child relationship, as she is exhibiting a lack of tolerance for a normal bodily function of her infant. It is not necessarily indicative of an illness or poor diet. However, the nurse should still investigate further to ensure the infant's health and well-being.

The Nurse Is Doing a General Survey on an Infant