Which instruction by the nurse contributes to infant safety and security and should be included in education?

• A. The parent should check the photo ID of any person who comes to the room
• B. Parents should use caution when posting photos of their infant on the internet
• C. The parent should request that a second staff member verify the identity of any questionable person
• D. All visitors allowed without verification

Answer: (A)

Verifying who is at the bedside is a direct, practical way to keep an infant safe. Parents checking the photo ID of anyone who comes into the room adds a concrete barrier against unauthorized access and potential harm. This habit supports hospital security practices, helps ensure the person is who they claim to be, and empowers families to participate actively in safeguarding the infant.

Privacy and online posting are important considerations, but they address different safety risks and don’t prevent who gains access to the room. Requiring a second staff member to verify identity is a solid safeguard, but depends on another person being available and may slow access; the simplest, most reliable step is for parents to confirm ID themselves. Allowing visitors without verification clearly jeopardizes safety by removing a key check on identity.