Author Question: Which of the following statements reflects the best understanding of the benefits of breastfeeding ... (Read 74 times)

jho37 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which of the following statements reflects the best understanding of the benefits of breastfeeding related to the infant's health and wellness?

a. My husband and I both have food allergies, but she won't be allergic to my breast milk.
b. The antibodies she gets will help keep her immunized from many illnesses for up to her first birthday.
c. I can spend so much more time with her because I have to devote my attention to her while I nurse.
d. It's so convenientno formula preparation, no bottles to wash and fill, no packing for outings; it's great.

Question 2

A mother brings her child to be seen in a nurse-managed setting. She is concerned that her child's rash could be measles. What type of care does this represent?

a. Respite care
b. Primary care
c. Supportive care
d. Secondary care

choc0chan · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A

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A Breastfeeding benefits include immunological and allergy protection for the infant during the period of breastfeeding. It is also economical and convenient (breast milk is always fresh and the correct temperature).
B The immunological benefits are in place for the time during which the infant is breastfed, not necessarily for only one year.
C Spending time with the infant does not explain the benefit to the infant's health, even though mother-and-infant interaction is important.
D The statement, It's so convenientno formula preparation, no bottles to wash and fill, no packing for outings; it's great, does not explain breastfeeding's health benefits to the infant.

Answer to Question 2

B

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A Respite care is a component of supportive care.
B Primary care focuses on early detection and routine care, and can be offered in nurse-managed clinics.
C Supportive care describes services provided to disabled and terminally ill patients over a prolonged time period.
D Secondary care is the provision of specialized medical services by a physician specialist or through referral from a primary care provider.