The nurse tells the mother that the doctor is preparing to circumcise her newborn. The mother verbalizes concern that the infant will be uncomfortable during the procedure
The nurse explains to the mother that the physician will numb the area before the procedure. Additional methods of comfort often used during the procedure can include:
1. Non-nutritive sucking.
2. Stroking the head.
3. Swaddling.
4. Talking to the baby.
Correct Answer: 1,2,4
Rationale 1: This is an accepted method of soothing during the circumcision.
Rationale 2: This is an accepted method of soothing during the circumcision.
Rationale 3: The infant must be placed on a padded circumcision board without a diaper. A warm blanket can be applied to the upper body, but the infant cannot be swaddled.
Rationale 4: This is an accepted method of soothing during the circumcision.
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