Author Question: The nurse is caring for a patient who has chosen to breastfeed her infant. Which statement should ... (Read 72 times)

karlynnae · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

The nurse is caring for a patient who has chosen to breastfeed her infant. Which statement should the nurse include when teaching the mother about breastfeeding problems that may occur?

a. If you experience painful nipples, cleanse your nipples with soap two times per day and keep your nipples covered as much as possible.
b. If you experience plugged ducts, continue to breastfeed every 2 to 3 hours and alternate feeding positions.
c. If mastitis occurs, discontinue breastfeeding while taking prescribed antibiotics and apply warm compresses.
d. If engorgement occurs, use cold compresses before a feeding and wear a well-fitting bra at night.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching new parents about the benefits of breastfeeding their infant. Which statement by the parent should indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?

a. I should breastfeed my baby so that she will grow at a faster rate than a bottle-fed newborn.
b. One of the advantages of breastfeeding is that the baby will have fewer stools per day.
c. I should breastfeed my baby because breastfed babies adapt more easily to a regular schedule of feedings.
d. Some of the advantages of breastfeeding are that breast milk is economical and readily available for my baby.

diesoon · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
If a woman experiences plugged ducts, the best interventions are to continue breastfeeding every 2 to 3 hours and alternate feeding positions while pointing the infant's chin toward the obstructed area. Other interventions include massaging breasts and applying warm compresses before feeding or pumping. If painful nipples occur, the woman should avoid soaps, oils, and lotions and air the nipples as much as possible. If mastitis occurs, the woman should continue breastfeeding to keep the breast well drained. If engorgement occurs, the woman should use a warm compress before feedings and wear a well-fitting bra 24 hours a day.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Some advantages of breastfeeding a newborn are that breast milk is more economical, is readily available, and is sanitary. Breastfed newborns usually grow at a satisfactory, slower rate than bottle-fed newborns, which research indicates aids in decreased obesity in children. Breastfed babies have an increased number of stools throughout a 24-hour period, and neither breastfed nor bottle-fed newborns should be placed on a regular schedule; they should be fed on demand.