What is the most important information to be included in the discharge planning for an infant with gastroesophageal reflux?
a. Teach parents to position the infant on the left side.
b. Reinforce the parents' knowledge of the infant's developmental needs.
c. Teach the parents how to do infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
d. Have the parents keep an accurate record of intake and output.
C
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A Correct positioning minimizes aspiration. The correct position for the infant is
on the right side after feeding and supine for sleeping.
B Knowledge of developmental needs should be included in discharge planning for
all hospitalized infants, but it is not the most important in this case.
C Risk of aspiration is a priority nursing diagnosis for the infant with
gastroesophageal reflux. The parents must be taught infant CPR.
D Keeping a record of intake and output is not a priority and may not be necessary.
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