Question

The discharge nurse is discussing mastitis with a postpartum client. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for further instruction?

1. If I develop a hot, reddened, triangle-shaped area on my breast, I should contact my health care provider.
2. Antibiotics, rest, warm compresses, and adequate fluid intake are all important for the treatment of mastitis.
3. If I develop a fever, chills, or body aches at any time after discharge, I should stop breast-feeding immediately.
4. I may develop mastitis if I wear underwire bras, experience excessive fatigue, or suddenly decrease the number of feedings.

Answer 1

The statement made by the client that indicates a need for further instruction is number 3.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement made by the client that indicates a need for further instruction is:

3. If I develop a fever, chills, or body aches at any time after discharge, I should stop breast-feeding immediately.

This statement is incorrect because developing a fever, chills, or body aches does not necessarily mean that the client should stop breastfeeding immediately. These symptoms may indicate the presence of mastitis, which is an infection of the breast tissue, and breastfeeding can actually help to clear the infection. It is important for the client to contact their healthcare provider if they develop these symptoms for further evaluation and guidance.

The correct statements made by the client are:

1. If I develop a hot, reddened, triangle-shaped area on my breast, I should contact my health care provider.
2. Antibiotics, rest, warm compresses, and adequate fluid intake are all important for the treatment of mastitis.
3. I may develop mastitis if I wear underwire bras, experience excessive fatigue, or suddenly decrease the number of feedings.