Question

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the nurse is conducting a safety class for a group of new parents in the hospital. what tips would the nurse provide for these parents? select all that apply.

know when the newborn is scheduled for any tests and how long the procedure will last.
do not remove the identification bands until the newborn is discharged from the hospital.
it is ok to release your newborn to hospital personnel when they come into your room to transport the newborn back to the nursery.
question anyone who is not wearing proper identification even if they are dressed in hospital attire.
dont leave the newborn unattended unless the client is going to the bathroom.

Explanation:

Evaluate newborn test scheduling

Knowing the schedule of tests is helpful for parental planning, but it is not a critical safety measure to prevent abduction or physical harm.

Evaluate identification band removal

Keeping identification bands on the newborn until discharge is a critical safety measure to ensure correct identification and prevent mix-ups or unauthorized removal.

Evaluate releasing newborn to personnel

Parents should never release their newborn to anyone without verifying their identity and official hospital ID badge, even if they claim to be hospital staff.

Evaluate questioning unidentified staff

Questioning anyone without proper identification is a key safety measure to prevent infant abduction, regardless of their clothing.

Evaluate leaving newborn unattended

Newborns should never be left unattended in the room under any circumstances, including when the parent goes to the bathroom.

Answer:

• Know when the newborn is scheduled for any tests and how long the procedure will last.
• Do not remove the identification bands until the newborn is discharged from the hospital. (Correct answer)
• It is ok to release your newborn to hospital personnel when they come into your room to transport the newborn back to the nursery.
• Question anyone who is not wearing proper identification even if they are dressed in hospital attire. (Correct answer)
• Don't leave the newborn unattended unless the client is going to the bathroom.