Question

A new mother is questioning the nurse about the advantages of breastfeeding her newborn. Which information should the nurse include in her teaching session? Select all that apply. Resource: Chapter 30 in Old's Maternal Newborn Nursing available online from Stat Ref (TMC library)

a. Breastfeeding often causes nipple tenderness and may be discouraged until healing occurs
b. Breastfeeding can be initially supplemented with bottle feeding formula so the father does not feel left out of his roles as a parent.
c. Breast milk has immunological advantages, including varying degrees or protection from respiratory tract and gastrointestinal tract infections.
d. Breastfeeding provides a psychologic advantage to the mother, who derives satisfaction knowing that she is providing her infant with the optimal nutritional start in life.
e. Breastfeeding has been shown to increase maternal-infant attachment

Answer 1

A and C. The nurse should keep all information unbiased and informative, not include any personal opinions, and show both sides of breastfeeding (the positive and the negative)