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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Neonatal

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A nurse is providing instructions to a new mother regarding cord care for a newborn infant. Which statement if made by the mother indicates a need for further education?
  1. “I should cleanse the cord two or three times a day.”
  2. “The cord will fall off in 1 to 2 weeks.”
  3. “Alcohol may be used to clean the cord.”
  4. “I need to fold the diaper above the cord to prevent infection.”
Explanation
Answer: D- The cord should be kept clean and dry to decrease bacterial growth. The diaper should be folded below the cord to keep urine away from the cord.
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