Posted: September 30th, 2017

The nurse is caring for the mother of a newborn. The nurse recognizes that the mother needs more teaching regarding cord care because she

The nurse is caring for the mother of a newborn. The nurse recognizes that the mother needs more teaching regarding cord care because she

A. Keeps the cord exposed to the air.
B. Washes her hands before sponge bathing her baby.
C. Washes the cord and surrounding area well with water at each diaper change.
D. Checks it daily for bleeding and drainage.