A 2-Month-Old Recently Diagnosed with Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

A 2-month-old recently diagnosed with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is beginning treatment with a Pavlik harness.  Which instructions should the nurse provide to the parents?  Select all that apply.

A) "Apply lotion under the straps to protect the skin."
B) "Dress the child in a shirt and knee socks under the straps."
C) "Lightly massage the skin under the straps daily."
D) "Place the diaper under the straps."
E) "Remove the harness during diaper changes."

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