An infant has been hospitalized since birth. What nursing intervention takes priority for this child?
A.
Keeping the parents updated every day
B.
Maintaining a set visiting schedule for family
C.
Providing a soft crib and cuddly toys
D.
Soothing and providing physical touch
ANS: D
Priority nursing interventions for the infant with a chronic condition or undergoing a long hospitalization include measures to provide soothing and physical touch, such as cuddling, holding, using a soft voice, and rocking. Keeping parents up to date is important for any hospitalized child and is not specific to parents of this age group. Visitation should be liberal, preferably 24 hours a day. Soft mattresses and plush objects in the crib increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome and should be avoided.
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