On day 3 of life,a newborn continues to require 100% oxygen by nasal cannula. The parents ask if they can hold their infant during his next gavage feeding. Given that this newborn is physiologically stable,what response would the nurse give?
A)"Parents are not allowed to hold infants who depend on oxygen."
B)"You may only hold your baby's hand during the feeding."
C)"Feedings cause more physiologic stress,so the baby must be closely monitored. Therefore,I don't think you should hold the baby."
D)"You may hold your baby during the feeding."

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"You may hold your baby during the feeding" is an accurate statement. Parental interaction via holding is encouraged during gavage feedings so that the infant will associate the feeding with positive interactions. Nasal cannula oxygen therapy allows for easier feedings and psychosocial interactions. The parent can swaddle the infant during gavage feedings to help the infant associate the feeding with positive interactions. Some parents like to do kangaroo care while gavage feeding their infant. Swaddling or kangaroo care during feedings provides positive interactions for the infant.

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