Patient teaching to prevent mastitis should include which point? ...

[bobbie]

Patient teaching to prevent mastitis should include which point?
 
  a. Use proper breastfeeding techniques.
  b. Wash nipples and breasts daily with mild soap and water.
  c. Wear a supportive bra 24 hours a day.
  d. Use a nipple shield for the first few days of breastfeeding.

Question 2

During care of a postpartum patient, assessment data include the absence of heat, tenderness, or edema in the legs. The patient reports no pain when the nurse dorsiflexes her foot. The best interpretation of these data is that the patient:
 
  a. Has thrombophlebitis
  b. Has no signs of deep vein thrombosis
  c. Does not have thrombophlebitis
  d. Has thrombophlebitis but not thromboembolism

[31809pancho]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Poor breastfeeding techniques can contribute to breast engorgement, milk stasis, and nipple trauma, increasing the risk for mastitis. Nipples and breasts should be washed with water only. A supportive bra may provide comfort but will not prevent mastitis. Use of a nipple shield for the first few days of breastfeeding is not generally recommended because it is more difficult for the infant to completely empty the breasts.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
This patient has no signs of thrombophlebitis. However, sometimes there are no signs or symptoms, so the nurse cannot be positive there is no inflammation or clot formation.

[bobbie]

Excellent

[gcook]

TYSM