A nurse is conducting discharge teaching for parents of a newborn. The nurse instructs the parents on which method of care for the umbilical cord? (Select all that apply.)
a. Covering the cord with the diaper
b. Cleansing the cord with water daily
c. Keeping the cord area free of urine and stool
d. Monitoring for signs of infection
e. Applying bacitracin ointment to the cord daily
ANS: B, C, D
Parents are taught to keep the cord area free of urine and stool, cleanse daily with water if needed, and observe for any signs of infection. The diaper should not cover the cord. The diaper is folded in front below the cord to avoid irritation and wetness on the site. Bacitracin ointment should not be applied because the cord area should be kept dry, not moist.
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