The nurse is performing a home visit for the parents of an infant. The nurse observes the parents bathe the infant through swaddled bathing.
Which action by the parents requires follow-up by the nurse?
The nurse is performing a home visit for the parents of an infant. The nurse observes the parents bathe the infant through swaddled bathing.
Which action by the parents requires follow-up by the nurse?
A. Removes the entire blanket and washes the infant.
[74%]
B. Uses a mild soap for the bath.
[3%]
C. Provides the bath in a warm room.
[3%]
D. Washes and dries one part of the baby’s body at a time.
[20%]
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Subject/Lesson
Subject
Maternal & Newborn Health
Lesson
Newborn
Client Need
Test Plan
Health Promotion and Maintenance
Related Topic
Ante/Intra/Postpartum and Newborn Care
Item Type
Item Type
Application
Explanation
Choice A is correct. Swaddled bathing is a type of immersion bathing in which the newborn is swaddled in a blanket or towel and immersed in a tub of warm water. One body part at a time is unwrapped and washed. This action requires follow-up because it is incorrect. Only the area being washed should be uncovered to prevent the infant from getting cold during the bath. Removing all the clothing articles would expose the infant, lowering their temperature.
Choice B is incorrect. Soap is unnecessary during a bath, but it should be mild if soap is used.
Choice C is incorrect. To prevent the infant from getting cold, the room should be warm and away from any air condition vents.
Choice D is incorrect. Washing and drying one part of the infant's body one at a time is recommended to prevent cold stress.
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Additional Info
✓ During an infant's bath, the nurse should reinforce the importance of safety to the parents and that the infant should never be left alone.
✓ Distractions should be avoided (talking on the phone, texting).
✓ Cotton tip swabs should not be inserted into the ear canal or nose because of the risk of injury.
