When changing her newborn's diaper a new mother notes a reddened area on the infant's buttock and reports it to the nurse. what should the nurse do next?
1
have nursery staff members change the infant's diaper.
2
use both lotion and powder to protect the involved area.
3
request that the practitioner prescribe a topical ointment.
4
encourage the mother to cleanse the area and change the diaper more often.