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A mother calls the pediatrician's office because her infant is colicky. What is the most helpful measure the nurse can suggest to the mother?
 
  a. Sing songs to the infant in a soft voice.
  b. Place the infant in a well-lit room.
  c. Walk around and massage the infant's back.
  d. Rock the fussy infant slowly and gently.

Question 2

__________ refers to standing measurement, whereas _______ refers to measurement while the infant is in a recumbent position.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
One technique the nurse can offer parents of a fussy infant is to rock the infant gently and slowly while being careful to avoid sudden movements.

Answer to Question 2

Height, length

Height refers to standing measurement, whereas length refers to measurement while the infant is in a recumbent position.


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