Asked by Christopher Griffin on Sep 26, 2024
A nurse teaches a new mother about the associated health risks to the infant. Which statement by the mother indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?
A) "I will feed my baby every 4 hours around-the-clock."
B) "I need to leave the blankets off my baby to prevent smothering."
C) "I need to remind friends who want to hold my baby to wash their hands."
D) "I will throw away the bulb syringe now because my baby is breathing fine."
Health Risks
Factors or behaviors that can increase the likelihood of developing health problems or diseases.
Infant
A very young child or baby, typically considered to be under one year of age.
Smothering
A sensation of difficulty breathing or the feeling of being suffocated, often caused by a lack of air or obstruction.
- Understand the basic needs and health risks for infants and how to mitigate them.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basic needs and health risks for infants and how to mitigate them.
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