Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention to promote thermoregulation in an infant patient?

A. Provide the infant with appropriate clothing and blankets to maintain warmth: Infants have an immature thermoregulatory system, making it harder for them to maintain body temperature. Using appropriate clothing and blankets helps reduce heat loss through radiation, convection, and evaporation, supporting stable core body temperature. B. Offer the infant a cool beverage to drink frequently: Cool beverages are not appropriate for thermoregulation in infants, especially those not yet on solid food. They primarily rely on breast milk or formula, and fluid intake alone is not effective for managing temperature in infants. C. Keep the infant in a well-ventilated room with a fan: While ventilation may help regulate temperature in hot environments, the use of fans can increase the risk of hypothermia in infants due to rapid heat loss. Infants should be kept in environments with stable, moderate temperatures. D. Place the infant in direct sunlight for extended periods of time: Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can lead to overheating and increases the risk of sunburn or heatstroke in infants. Controlled indoor lighting and indirect sunlight are safer alternatives for light exposure.