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Multiple Choice Questions « Return to contents list Chapter 30, Question 1.30.1 Which one of the following actions is NOT appropriate when caring for parents immediately after a neonatal death? A Providing a single room.[Feedback :- Ideally, a single room where the parents can spend time with their baby should be provided.] B Social work involvement.[Feedback :- Parents will often require extra support around this time, and the involvement of a social worker is often beneficial.] C Discussing autopsy.[Feedback :- While this is often difficult, it is necessary to discuss the possible role of autopsy with all parents. It is often an administrative requirement of the hospital to have discussed and documented autopsy wishes with parents.] D Allowing the mother to spend time with her dead baby.[Feedback :- Parents should be offered the opportunity to spend time with their baby.] E Discussion about planning for future pregnancies.This is the Correct Answer [Feedback :- This is not appropriate in the immediate period after a baby's death, and should be delayed until a follow-up appointment is arranged (normally 6–8 weeks afterwards).]