Question 1

Which statement by the nurse can assist a new father in his transition to parenthood?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pointing out that the infant turned at the sound of his voice 
B)  Encouraging him to go home to get some sleep 
C)  Telling him to tape the infant's diaper a different way 
D)  Suggesting that he let the infant sleep in the bassinet

Question 2

After giving birth to a healthy infant boy,a primiparous client,16 years of age,is admitted to the postpartum unit.An appropriate nursing diagnosis for her is "Lack of understanding of infant care." What should the nurse be certain to include in the plan of care as he or she prepares the client for discharge?

Accepted Answer

A)  Teach the client how to feed and bathe her infant. 
B)  Give the client written information on bathing her infant. 
C)  Advise the client that all mothers instinctively know how to care for their infants. 
D)  Provide time for the client to bathe her infant after she views a demonstration of infant bathing.

Question 3

Many first-time parents do not plan on having their parents' help immediately after the newborn arrives.Which statement by the nurse is the most appropriate when counseling new parents regarding the involvement of grandparents?

Accepted Answer

A)  "You should tell your parents to leave you alone." 
B)  "Grandparents can help you with parenting skills." 
C)  "Grandparent involvement can be very disruptive to the family." 
D)  "They are getting old.You should let them be involved while they can."

Question 4

A nurse is observing a family.The mother is holding the baby she delivered less than 24 hours ago.Her husband is watching his wife and asking questions about newborn care.The 4-year-old brother is punching his mother on the back.How should the nurse react to this situation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Report the incident to the social services department. 
B)  Advise the parents that the toddler needs to be reprimanded. 
C)  Report to oncoming staff that the mother is probably not a good disciplinarian. 
D)  Realize that this is a normal family unit adjusting to a major family change.

Exam 22: Transition to Parenthood

Which statement by the nurse can assist a new father in his transition to parenthood?

Many first-time parents do not plan on having their parents' help immediately after the newborn arrives.Which statement by the nurse is the most appropriate when counseling new parents regarding the involvement of grandparents?

A nurse is observing a family.The mother is holding the baby she delivered less than 24 hours ago.Her husband is watching his wife and asking questions about newborn care.The 4-year-old brother is punching his mother on the back.How should the nurse react to this situation?