Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
The nurse is preparing to perform a heel stick on a newborn. To promote comfort during the procedure, the nurse should
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Swaddling the infant (D) promotes comfort by providing security and reducing stress during a heel stick. A cool compress (A) is not recommended, as warmth increases blood flow to the area. Turning off lights (B) is unnecessary and impractical. Milking the heel (C) can cause tissue damage and inaccurate results.