The nurse is educating the parents of a 2-month-old infant when to contact the healthcare provider. Which statements by the parents indicate the need for further instruction? Select all that apply
1. "We will contact the doctor if our baby does not have a bowel movement each day."
2. "We will contact the doctor if our baby is vomiting."
3. "We will contact the doctor if our baby has a temperature greater than 99°F."
4. "We will contact the doctor if our baby does finish each bottle."
5. "We will contact the doctor if our baby develops a skin rash."
1, 3, 4
Explanation:
1. Each infant will develop a pattern for bowel movements; some infants will have several each day, while others may have a bowel movement once every couple of days. This parental statement indicates the need for further education.
2. Infants are prone to dehydration; therefore, it is appropriate for the parents to contact the healthcare provider for vomiting.
3. Parents are instructed to contact the healthcare provider for a temperature greater than or equal to 99.3°F. This parental statement indicates the need for further education.
4. Failure to eat is a reason to contact the healthcare provider; however, failure to finish each bottle is not a reason to contract the healthcare provider. This parental statement indicates the need for further education.
5. A skin rash is a reason to contact the healthcare provider. This statement indicates appropriate understanding of the information presented.
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