To promote bonding and attachment immediately after delivery, the nurse should
a. Allow the mother quiet time with her infant.
b. Assist the mother in assuming an en face position with her newborn.
c. Teach the mother about the concepts of bonding and attachment.
d. Assist the mother in feeding her baby.
B
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A The mother should be given as much privacy as possible; however, nursing
assessments must still be continued during this critical time.
B Assisting the mother in assuming an en face position with her newborn will
support the bonding process.
C The mother has just delivered and is more focused on the infant; she will not be
receptive to teaching at this time.
D This is a good time to initiate breastfeeding, but first the mother needs time to
explore the new infant and begin the bonding process.
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