The parents of a newborn are concerned about caring for the cord. Which statement by the nurse would give them the correct information?
a. "The diaper should cover the cord to protect it from rubbing against the clothes"
b. "The cord will fall off in 1 to 4 days"
c. "Redness, odor, swelling, or drainage should be reported to the doctor"
d. "The baby should have frequent tub baths until the cord comes off"
C
The diaper should be folded down so that it does not cover the cord. The cord will fall off in 10 to 14 days. The baby should not be placed in a tub until the cord comes off.
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