The nurse has instructed a new mother on quieting activities for her newborn. The nurse knows that the mother understands when she overhears the mother telling the father to:
1. Hold the newborn in an upright position.
2. Massage the hands and feet.
3. Swaddle the newborn in a blanket.
4. Make eye contact while talking to the newborn.
3
Rationale:
1. Holding the newborn upright is a waking activity.
2. Massaging the hands and feet is a waking activity.
3. Swaddling (wrapping) the newborn in a blanket provides a sense of security, and is effective in quieting a crying baby.
4. Talking to the newborn is a waking activity.
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