A patient who just delivered a newborn baby is concerned that the baby will "catch" a cold from a healthcare provider who was coughing and sneezing in the delivery room. How should the nurse respond?
A. "I will be sure to have everyone check the baby's temperature for signs of an infection."
B. "The baby has some protection from infections from the time of birth."
C. "The healthcare provider should not have been participating in your care."
D. "The baby should be isolated."
Answer: B
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