During labor, the fetus was in a brow presentation, but after a prolonged labor, the fetus converted to face presentation and was delivered vaginally with forceps assist. The nurse should explain to the parents that:
1. The infant will need to be observed for meconium aspiration.
2. Facial edema and head molding will subside in a few days.
3. The infant will be given prophylactic antibiotics.
4. Breastfeeding will need to be delayed for a day or two.
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Rationale 1: There is no mention of meconium-stained fluid that would cause the nurse to assess for meconium aspiration.
Rationale 2: Any facial edema and head molding that result from the use of forceps at birth will subside in a few days.
Rationale 3: There is no reason to place the infant on antibiotics.
Rationale 4: There is no reason to delay breastfeeding.
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