Author Question: A new mother asks whether she should feed her newborn colostrum because it is not real milk. The ... (Read 101 times)

danielfitts88 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A new mother asks whether she should feed her newborn colostrum because it is not real milk. The nurse's best answer includes what information?

a. Colostrum is high in antibodies, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
b. Colostrum is lower in calories than milk and should be supplemented by formula.
c. Giving colostrum is important in helping the mother learn how to breast-feed be-fore she goes home.
d. Colostrum is unnecessary for newborns.

Question 2

A 7-year-old boy has reentered the hospital for the second time in a month. Which intervention is particularly important at this time?

A) Assessing his parents' coping abilities
B) Seeking his parents' input about their child's needs
C) Educating his family about the procedure
D) Notifying the care team about his hospitalization

anyusername12131 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Colostrum is important because it has high levels of the nutrients needed by the neonate and helps protect against infection.
Supplementation is not necessary. It will decrease stimulation to the breast and decrease the production of milk.
It is important for the mother to feel comfortable in this role before discharge, but the impor-tance of the colostrum to the infant is top priority.
Colostrum provides immunities and enzymes necessary to clean the gastrointestinal system, among other things.

Answer to Question 2

A