When weighing an infant, the nurse should:
a. Weigh the baby naked
b. Provide a warm room
c. Keep a hand on the infant to prevent falls
d. All of the above
D
The baby should be weighed naked for accuracy. The room should be warm because the baby is unclothed. The baby is at risk for falling, so the nurse should keep a hand on the baby at all times.
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A) Conducting high-quality, methodologically sound studies B) Disseminating results to a broad audience C) Providing periodical available supports during regular work hours D) Discussing the clinical implications of their study results in their research reports