The nurse is planning to teach infant care and preventive measures for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) to a group of new parents. Which information is most important for the nurse to include?

Choice A: Obtaining postoperative vital signs for a client one day following unilateral knee arthroplasty is a nursing action that the nurse can assign to the PN, as this is a basic skill that does not require complex judgment or intervention by the registered nurse. Therefore, this is a correct choice.

Choice B: Starting the second blood transfusion for a client twelve hours following a below knee amputation is not a nursing action that the nurse should assign to the PN, as this is an advanced skill that requires close monitoring and evaluation by the registered nurse. This is an incorrect choice.

Choice C: Initiating patient controlled analgesia (PCA. pumps for two clients immediately postoperatively is not a nursing action that the nurse should assign to the PN, as this involves administering controlled substances and assessing pain levels, which are beyond the scope of practice of the PN. This is another incorrect choice.

Choice D: Performing daily surgical dressing change for a client who had an abdominal hysterectomy is a nursing action that the nurse can assign to the PN, as this is a routine task that can be done under the supervision and direction of the registered nurse. Therefore, this is another correct choice.

Choice E: Administering a dose of insulin per sliding scale for a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) is a nursing action that the nurse can assign to the PN, as this is an established protocol that can be followed by the PN with appropriate documentation and reporting. Therefore, this is another correct choice.

Choice A: Inspecting feet every month for ingrown nails, cuts, and calluses is not a statement that indicates understanding, as this is not frequent enough for a client with diabetes who may have impaired sensation and circulation in their feet. The recommended frequency is daily or at least weekly. This is an incorrect choice.

Choice B: Arranging diet schedule around three regular meals a day is not a statement that indicates understanding, as this may not be adequate for a client with diabetes who needs to balance their carbohydrate intake and blood glucose levels throughout the day. The recommended schedule is to have smaller and more frequent meals and snacks. This is another incorrect choice.

Choice C: Getting an eye examination with an ophthalmologist annually is a statement that indicates understanding, as this can help detect and prevent diabetic retinopathy, which can cause vision loss and blindness. Therefore, this is the correct choice.

Choice D: Using salt, herbs, and spices will improve the flavor of foods is not a statement that indicates understanding, as this may not be healthy for a client with diabetes who needs to limit their sodium intake and avoid potential interactions between herbs and medications. The recommended strategy is to use low-sodium seasonings and natural flavors. This is another incorrect choice.