The nurse is instructing the parents of a preterm infant about the care the infant will receive within the neonatal intensive care unit. What should the nurse include when teaching the parents at this time? (Select all that apply.)
A) Bring in a small toy to be placed in the baby's bassinette.
B) Coordinate the times to visit the baby with the primary nurse.
C) Ask the nurse to explain equipment and the purpose for their use.
D) Write down the name of the baby's primary nurse and primary care provider.
E) Limit telephone calls to the care area since the nurses will not be able to respond.
A, B, C, D
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When teaching parents of a newborn in the intensive care unit, the nurse should encourage the parents to bring in a small toy to be placed in the baby's bassinette. The parents should also coordinate the times to visit the baby with the primary nurse so that quality time will be available. The parents should be reminded to ask questions about equipment being used for the baby's care. The name of the primary nurse and primary care provider should be recorded in case the parents have any questions. Telephone calls are encouraged and should not be limited. The parents play an active part in the care of the baby.
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