All of the following would be helpful and accurate nursing advice ...

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All of the following would be helpful and accurate nursing advice concerning bathing the new baby except:
 
  1. newborns should be bathed every day, for the bonding as well as the cleaning.
  2. sponge baths are recommended until the infant's umbilical cord falls off and the umbilicus is healed.
  3. only plain warm water should be used to preserve the skin's acid mantle.
  4. powders are not recommended because the infant can inhale powder.

Question 2

When assessing for bowel sounds, which of the following is true?
 
  A) All four quadrants should be auscultated in a consistent pattern.
  B) The presence of high-frequency sounds at 5- to 10-second intervals is abnormal.
  C) Bowel sounds should be heard at a rate of 80 to 90 per minute in the lower quadrants.
  D) Bowel sounds should be audible by the naked ear unless distention is present.

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Answer to Question 1

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1. Correct. Newborns do not need a bath every day, even if the parents enjoy it. The diaper area and creases under the arms and neck need more attention.
2, 3, 4. Incorrect. Perform sponge baths until the umbilical cord is gone; use only warm water with sponge or tub; do not use powders. Newborns do not need a bath every day.

Answer to Question 2

A

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[ebonylittles]

Gracias!