The nurse is caring for an infant following a cleft lip repair. While comforting the infant, the nurse should avoid:
A. Offering sterile water
B. Holding the infant
C. Offering a pacifier
D. Providing a mobile
Correct Answer: C. Offering a pacifier
Option C: The nurse should avoid giving the infant a pacifier or bottle for 10 days to allow time for healing, and prevent injury to the site. The child can be fed using a cup or the side of a spoon to drop fluids and food into the mouth.
Options A, B, and D: Holding the infant cradled in the arms, providing a mobile, and offering sterile water using a Breck feeder are permitted.