New parents decide not to have their newborn circumcised. What should the nurse teach regarding care for the uncircumcised infant?
1. The foreskin will be retractable at 2 months.
2. Retract the foreskin and clean thoroughly.
3. Avoid retracting the foreskin.
4. Use soap and Betadine to cleanse the penis daily.
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Rationale 1: The foreskin is not fully retractable at 2 months.
Rationale 2: The foreskin is not fully retractable in a newborn.
Rationale 3: The foreskin is not fully retractable until around the age of 3–5 years.
Rationale 4: If retraction has occurred, daily gentle washing of the glans with soap and water is sufficient.
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