A new mother is concerned about spoiling her newborn. The home care nurse teaches the mother which of the following?
1. Newborns can be manipulative, so caution is advised.
2. Meeting the infant's needs develops a trusting relationship.
3. An infant who is rocked to sleep every night is being spoiled.
4. Crying is good for babies, and letting them cry it out is advised.
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Explanation: 2. Picking babies up when they cry teaches them that adults are responsive to their needs. This helps build a sense of trust and security.
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