During labor, it becomes apparent that the male infant will survive only a short time after birth. Because this baby's parents are Catholic, what planning should the nurse consider?

During labor, it becomes apparent that the male infant will survive only a short time after birth. Because this baby's parents are Catholic, what planning should the nurse consider?



1. Arrange to have the baby circumcised immediately after birth.

2. Ask the hospital chaplain to be present in the delivery room.

3. Ask the nursing supervisor to find a Catholic nurse to attend the birth.

4. Consider emergency transport of the mother to a Catholic



Answer: 2. Ask the hospital chaplain to be present in the delivery room.


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