Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A newborn with a repaired gastroschisis is transferred to the paediatric unit after several days in the paediatric intensive care unit. The infant is receiving parenteral nutrition and continuous enteral feedings. To maintain normal growth and development of the infant, which action should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Non-nutritive sucking via a pacifier promotes oral motor skill development, supporting normal feeding behaviors critical for growth.