A preterm infant is on a respirator, with intravenous lines and much equipment. When the parents come to visit for the first time, which is an important response by the nurse?
a. Encourage the parents to touch their infant.
b. Reassure the parents that the infant is progressing well.
c. Discuss the care they will give their infant when the infant goes home.
d. Suggest that the parents visit for only a short time to reduce their anxiety.
ANS: A
Touching the infant will increase the development of attachment. It is important to keep the parents informed about the infant's progress, but the nurse needs to be honest with the explanations. Discussing home care is an important part of parent teaching but is not the most important priority during the first visit. Bonding needs to occur, and this can be fostered by encouraging the parents to spend time with the infant.
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