A nurse is teaching a client who has a terminal illness about hospice care. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)

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The correct answer is choice b. “I carry my baby with me as I move around the house.”

Choice A rationale:

Warming a baby’s bottle in the microwave is not recommended because it can create hot spots that might burn the baby’s mouth. This indicates a misunderstanding of safe bottle-warming practices.

Choice B rationale:

Carrying the baby while moving around the house promotes bonding and provides the baby with a sense of security. This indicates an understanding of the importance of physical closeness and attachment.

Choice C rationale:

Limiting the time grandparents cuddle the baby to prevent spoiling is a misconception. Babies cannot be spoiled by being held and cuddled; in fact, physical affection is crucial for their emotional development.

Choice D rationale:

Using baby talk when talking to a baby is actually beneficial for language development. It helps the baby learn the sounds and rhythms of speech, so this statement also indicates an understanding of effective communication with infants.