Author Question: The nurse is assisting a new mother begin breastfeeding. Which action is the most appropriate for ... (Read 49 times)

KWilfred · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse is assisting a new mother begin breastfeeding. Which action is the most appropriate for the nurse to take at this time?

A) Positioning the infant near her breast and stroking his cheek to encourage him to suck
B) Stressing that breastfeeding is a normal process and will need minimal help learning it
C) Cautioning her not to allow the infant to grasp the areola of her breast to prevent soreness
D) Encouraging her to lie on her side and help the baby become wide awake by talking to him

Question 2

A new mother is concerned that she will not have enough breast milk because of small breasts. What should the nurse respond to the mother?

A) Have you discussed this concern with your physician?
B) The size of breasts does not impact the amount of breast milk that is made..
C) The baby's diet can be supplemented with formula beginning on the second day..
D) No woman has to worry about milk production as long as she feeds the baby frequently..

momolu · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
When a mother is first attempting to breastfeed, lying on the side with a pillow under the head is a good position to use because it relieves fatigue and allows the infant to rest on the bed and not on the mother. Stroking the cheek will cause the infant to turn away from the breast. Infants should grasp the nipple areola with the mouth. Most new mothers need some instruction and help.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Breast milk is formed in the acinar cells of the mammary glands and begins production after the delivery of the placenta. When the progesterone level falls, the production of prolactin is stimulated, which cause breast milk to be made. The nurse can discuss the patient's concern; it does not need to be discussed with the physician. Supplementing a breastfeeding baby with formula is not recommended. The nurse's comment about milk production and the frequency of feeding does not address the mother's concern.