The nurse is caring for a client who plans to relinquish her baby for adoption. Which nursing actions are appropriate based on this information? Select all that apply
1. Encourage the client to see and hold her infant.
2. Encourage the client to express her emotions.
3. Respect any special requests for the birth.
4. Acknowledge the grieving process in the client.
5. Allow for access to the infant if the client requests it.
2, 3, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. Encouraging the client to see and hold her infant does not respect the client's right to refuse interaction, and might make her feel guilty for not wanting to see the infant.
2. Encouraging the client to express emotions is an aspect of providing care for the client who decides to relinquish her infant.
3. Respecting any special request for the birth is an aspect of providing care for the client who decides to relinquish her infant.
4. Acknowledging the grieving process is an aspect of providing care for the client who decides to relinquish her infant.
5. Allowing for access to the infant at the client's request is an aspect of providing care for the client who decides to relinquish her infant.
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