The nurse is reinforcing cord care education for a young mother of a neonate. Which of the following actions would the nurse expect the mother to complete during this procedure? Select all that apply.1. Apply antibiotic ointment to the cord once daily.2. Clean the length of the cord with alcohol several times daily.3. Keep the diaper below the cord.4. Only sponge bathe the infant until the cord falls off.5. Tug the cord gently as the cord dries.6. Wash the cord with mild soap and water.

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The nurse is reinforcing cord care education for a young mother of a neonate. Which of the following actions would the nurse expect the mother to complete during this procedure? Select all that apply.<br>1. Apply antibiotic ointment to the cord once daily.<br>2. Clean the length of the cord with alcohol several times daily.<br>3. Keep the diaper below the cord.<br>4. Only sponge bathe the infant until the cord falls off.<br>5. Tug the cord gently as the cord dries.<br>6. Wash the cord with mild soap and water.






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