Question

A neonate is born with exstrophy of the bladder, and the parents are upset. they are told that corrective surgery will be performed as soon as possible. how can the nurse best help the parents at this time?

Answer 1

The nurse will be of help to the parents at this time by telling them of the possibility of having the infant a success in the surgery. It is best to encourage the parents to be at ease. And to tell them that they should not think of the possible things that could go wrong for it is best to think of the best.