A nurse is caring for a 1-month-old infant. The infant's parent states, "My baby seems to cry a lot." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Explanation & Rationale
A. "Your baby's crying is a way to communicate with you." Correct. This response validates the parent's concern and provides an understanding that crying is a normal behaviour for infants as a form of communication.B. "Why do you feel like your baby cries a lot?" This question might make the parent feel defensive and does not provide reassurance or helpful information about infant behaviour.C. "Is it possible that you have spoiled your baby?" This response is inappropriate and can make the parent feel judged or blamed. It also suggests a misunderstanding of infant development, as infants cannot be spoiled by responding to their needs.D. "Letting your baby cry will teach them how to self-soothe." This advice is not suitable for a 1-month-old infant, as they are too young to self-soothe and need their caregivers to respond to their needs for comfort and care.