The nurse tells a mother that the doctor is preparing to circumcise her newborn. The mother expresses concern that the infant will be uncomfortable during the procedure
The nurse explains that the physician will numb the area before the procedure. Additional methods of comfort often used during the procedure include: Note: Credit will be given onlyif all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Providing a pacifier.
2. Stroking the head.
3. Restraining both arms and legs.
4. Talking to the infant.
5. Giving the infant a sedative before the procedure.
1,2,4
Rationale 1: Providing a pacifier is an accepted method of soothing during the circumcision.
Rationale 2: Stroking the head is an accepted method of soothing during the circumcision.
Rationale 3: Only the legs are restrained during circumcision.
Rationale 4: Talking to the infant is an accepted method of soothing during the circumcision.
Rationale 5: The infant is never given a sedative.
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