A 6-week-old infant is diagnosed with pyloric stenosis. When taking a health history from the parent, which symptom would the nurse expect to hear described?

A. Talk to the infant in a special way every day: While it is important to talk to the infant and engage with them, the emphasis should be on consistency, regular interaction, communication and responsiveness rather than just speaking in a special way.

B. Keep the infant stimulated with many toys: While providing toys for stimulation is helpful, the most critical aspect of development during the first year is emotional connection and security, which comes from consistent, responsive caregiving, not from many toys.

C. Respond to the infant consistently: Consistency in responding to the infant's needs fosters a sense of security and trust. It helps the infant develop a healthy attachment, which is a crucial developmental task in the first year.

D. Expose the infant to many caregivers to help the infant learn variability: Too many caregivers can lead to insecurity and confusion. It is important for infants to have stable, consistent caregivers in their early years to build trust and attachment.

A. "Many pregnant individuals feel this way during the first trimester": This response is appropriate as it normalizes the client's feelings, acknowledging that uncertainty and mixed emotions are common in early pregnancy.

B. "Do not worry. Once you hold this baby, everything will be fine": This response dismisses the client's emotions and assumes a future outcome without offering support or validating their current feelings.

C. "We can refer you to a clinic for potential termination if you desire": While providing options is important, suggesting termination too soon may overwhelm the client without fully understanding their emotional needs.

D. "You will become excited and happy when you feel the baby move": This response assumes the client's future emotional state and does not allow space for the client to process their feelings at their own pace.