In caring for the hospitalized child who is failing to thrive, the child should be assigned to:
a. A variety of caregivers to increase stimulation
b. A caregiver with a heavy assignment so the mother can give care
c. A consistent caregiver to role-model care
d. A team of caregivers to concentrate on the baby and the mother
C
The assignment should be for a consistent caregiver to help the baby establish trust and to role-model loving care.
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