Author Question: Shortly after delivery, the nurse assists the mother to initiate breastfeeding her newborn. What is ... (Read 107 times)

soccerdreamer_17 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Shortly after delivery, the nurse assists the mother to initiate breastfeeding her newborn. What is the rationale for this intervention?

a. Infants are frequently alert during the first period of reactivity.
b. Breastfeeding helps the infant make the transition to extrauterine life.
c. Infants need nourishment as soon as possible after birth.
d. Infants will learn how to breastfeed correctly if introduced to the breast immediately.

Question 2

A battered pregnant woman reports to the nurse that her husband has stopped hitting her and says that he promises never to hurt her again. What is an appropriate response?

a. That's great. I wish you both the best.
b. The cycle of violence often repeats itself.
c. He probably didn't mean to hurt you.
d. You need to consider leaving him.

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

Answer to Question 1

A
During the first period of reactivity that begins with birth and extends through the first 12 to 24 hours, the neonates tend to have an intense period of activity and alertness. Early breastfeeding helps develop the maternal milk supply by the 2nd to 3rd day. The infants needing nourishment and learning how to breastfeed correctly are not the rationale for early breastfeeding.

Answer to Question 2

B
Telling the woman The cycle of violence often repeats itself is a true statement that does not leave the victim with false hopes. Telling the client that it is great that her husband has stopped hitting her and promises never to hit her again is an inappropriate and unprofessional response. Defense of the abuser is inappropriate and unprofessional for the nurse. There is not enough information in this situation for the nurse to tell the woman that she should consider leaving her husband.