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jake · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The community nurse is working with a new mother who has a four-week-old infant. The mother states that she is unhappy with breastfeeding because her breasts leak between feedings.

Which of the following should the nurse explain may contribute to the letdown reflex in breastfeeding mothers? A. Pain with breastfeeding
B. Number of hours passed since last feeding
C. The newborn's cry
D. Maternal fluid intake

Question 2

The client at 20 weeks' gestation has not decided on a feeding method for her infant. She asks the nurse for advice. The nurse presents information about the advantages and disadvantages of formula feeding and breastfeeding.

Which statements by the client indicate that the teaching was successful? A. Formula feeding gives the baby protection from infections.
B. Breast milk cannot be stored; it has to be thrown away after pumping.
C. Breastfeeding is more expensive than formula feeding.
D. My baby has a lower risk of food allergies if I breastfeed.