A newborn is admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The parents are concerned because they cannot stay for long hours to visit. Which statement made by the nurse is most appropriate?
1. "Why can't you visit after work every day?"
2. "One of you could take a leave of absence to be here more."
3. "Perhaps the grandparents can make the visits for you."
4. "Parents often feel this way; you can call any time to see how your baby is doing."
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Rationale 1: This statement does not focus on how the parents feel and may increase their feelings of guilt.
Rationale 2: This statement does not focus on how the parents feel and attempts to solve the issue rather than allow for the parents to deal with their feelings and form solutions. It may add to feelings of inadequacy.
Rationale 3: While grandparents visiting may increase their comfort about their baby, it will not reduce the parents' feelings of guilt.
Rationale 4: This statement is therapeutic; it focuses on feelings and offers support to the parents.
Global Rationale:
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