A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a new mother about facility security measures. Which of the following statements by the mother indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
A. “I can remove my security band to give it to a family member”: Removing the security band compromises infant safety and facility protocols. Security bands must remain on the mother and infant to prevent abduction and ensure proper identification. B. “I will have an identification that matches the one my baby wears.”: Matching identification bands for the mother and infant are a key safety measure to prevent mix-ups and unauthorized removal of the newborn. Understanding and adhering to this protocol demonstrates comprehension of facility security. C. “I can take my baby to the lobby to visit family”: Infants should not be taken to unsecured areas like the lobby without proper authorization. Doing so violates security protocols and increases the risk of accidental or unauthorized removal. D. “I will carry my baby to the nursery”: Infants are typically transported to the nursery by authorized staff or in secure bassinet transport. Parents should follow facility guidelines rather than carrying the baby independently to ensure safety and compliance with protocols.