A New Mother Asks, "Why Should I Bring My Baby

Multiple Choice

A new mother asks, "Why should I bring my baby in for a checkup? He is not sick." Which is the nurse's best response?

A) "Please ask your pediatrician to explain this to you."
B) "He may have a problem that you haven't identified."
C) "These visits are required by law to identify communicable diseases."
D) "Well-baby visits allow the doctor to determine whether your baby is growing and developing normally."