Concerning umbilical cord care, nurses should be aware that:
1. the stump can easily become infected.
2. a nurse noting bleeding from the vessels of the cord should immediately call for assistance.
3. the cord clamp is removed at cord separation.
4. the average cord separation time is 5 to 7 days.
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1. Correct. The cord stump is an excellent medium for bacterial growth.
2. Incorrect. The nurse should first check the clamp (or tie) and apply a second one. If the bleeding does not stop, the nurse calls for assistance.
3. Incorrect. The cord clamp is removed after 24 hours when it is dry.
4. Incorrect. The average cord separation time is 10 to 14 days.
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