Posted: August 15th, 2017

Mrs. Lodge’s child requires the use of Pavlik harness; which of the following would Nurse Betty do to best assess the mother’s ability to care for her child?

Mrs. Lodge’s child requires the use of Pavlik harness; which of the following would Nurse Betty do to best assess the mother’s ability to care for her child?

A. Demonstrate to the mother how to remove and reapply the device.
B. Have the mother remove and reapply the harness before discharge.
C. Have the mother verbalize the purpose for using the device.
D. Request a home health care nurse visit after discharge.