A nurse is responsible for teaching new parents about the hygienic care of their newborn. The nurse should tell the parents to
a. Avoid washing the head for at least 1 week to prevent heat loss.
b. Sponge bathe only until the cord has fallen off.
c. Cleanse the ears and nose with cotton-tipped swabs, such as Q-tips.
d. Water temperature should be at least 38° C.
D
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A To prevent heat loss, the infant's head should be bathed before unwrapping and
undressing.
B Tub baths may be initiated from birth. Ensure that the infant is fully immersed.
C Q-tips should not be used, because they may cause injury. A corner of a
moistened washcloth should be twisted into shape so that it can be used to
cleanse the ears and nose.
D The ideal temperature of the bath water should be at least 38° C or 100.4° F.
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