Question

A client is learning to breastfeed for the first time. The LPN would know that the client has learned correctly when which client statement is made?

a) I'll only feed the baby when it cries.
b) I'll supplement with formula to help with weight gain.
c) I'll let the baby nurse on one breast for at least 10 minutes.
d) I'll avoid feeding the baby at night to promote sleep.

Answer 1

The correct indicator of proper breastfeeding learning is the client's intention to allow the baby to nurse on one breast for at least 10 minutes. It highlights the importance of demand-based feeding and the critical role of early colostrum.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement that indicates the client has learned to breastfeed correctly is c) I'll let the baby nurse on one breast for at least 10 minutes. Breastfeeding should be based on the infant’s demands rather than a fixed schedule to ensure that the baby receives adequate nutrition and to stimulate milk production through a positive feedback loop. Supplementing with formula or avoiding night feedings are not typically advised for establishing a successful breastfeeding routine, unless medically necessary. Early breast milk, known as colostrum, provides crucial antibodies and nutrients that are essential for the newborn’s immune system, and breastfeeding duration varies worldwide with many factors influencing the weaning age.