A mother and her newborn are being discharged 2 days after delivery
The general discharge instructions provided by the nurse include which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Always place the infant in a supine position in the crib.
2. Support the infant's head when carrying for the first week or two.
3. Do not allow the baby to fall asleep in someone's arms.
4. Cover the cord stump with a bandage.
5. Use a bulb syringe to suction mucus from the infant's nostrils as necessary.
1, 5
Explanation: 1. The newborn should be placed on his or her back (supine) for sleeping.
5. During the first few days of life, the newborn has increased mucus, and gentle suctioning with a bulb syringe may be indicated.
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