During a postpartum home visit, the mother reports that she is having difficulty with her older child since she brought the baby home. For the last 2 days he has been trying to pinch or slap the new baby
Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? a. "This is abnormal behavior. You should consult your pediatrician immediately."
b. "This is attention-getting behavior. Try to involve your son in the baby's care."
c. "Keep the child separated from your baby until he stops this behavior."
d. "If he hits the baby, you should hit him back so that he will stop."
B
Anger or tantrums are some of the behaviors exhibited by older children in a stressful situation like a new baby in the house. Pinching or slapping the new baby are expressions of anger and attention-getting behaviors. The mother should not leave the child unattended near the newborn. The mother should also try to involve the son in the baby's care to reaffirm that the older child is an important part of the family.
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