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The nursing assistant has provided some alcohol swabs for the mother of an infant to use on her baby's umbilical cord stump after diaper changes. What is the purpose of cleansing the stump with alcohol
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The nursing assistant has provided some alcohol swabs for the mother of an infant to use on her baby's umbilical cord stump after diaper changes. What is the purpose of cleansing the stump with alcohol or a similar product

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to kill bacteria and avoid infections

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Most recommend cleaning the umbilical cord stump with soap and water. Alcohol may kill bacteria that help the cord dry and separate

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