Question

The nursing instructor is reviewing with students ways to assess if the infant is getting enough at each feeding. Which of the following statements by a student demonstrates an understanding of these concepts?(A) "Assess how long the infant breastfeeds at a time." (B) "Assess the infant's voiding, growth, and alertness." (C) "Assess how much formula is taken each time." (D) "Assess how long the infant sleeps after each feeding."

Answer 1

Letter B

Explanation: Two important points to know if your baby is breastfeeding enough are: pee amount and weight gain.

The baby should pee quite often, it is recommended that there be 6 to 8 urine diaper changes in 24 hours as a sign that the baby is hydrated. Weight gain is also a strong indication that the baby is breastfeeding enough. When the baby is born it is normal for him to lose 10 to 15% of his weight. The newborn usually regains this weight between 7 and 10 days of life. From this return, he should gain at least 20 to 25 grams per day.

The well-fed baby is calm, alert, peaceful, while babies who are not adequately fed are irritated, crying, lacking in concentration, and restlessness.