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9 Cards in this Set
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All of these statements indicate the effect of breastfeeding on the family or society at large except:
a) Breastfeeding requires fewer supplies and less cumbersome equipment b) Breastfeeding saves families money c) Breastfeeding costs employers in terms of time lost from work d) Breastfeeding benefits the environment |
Breastfeeding costs employers in terms of time lost from work
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In helping the breastfeeding mother position the baby, nurses should keep in mind that:
a) The cradle position is usually preferred by mothers who had a cesarean birth b) Women with perineal pain and swelling prefer the modified cradle position c) Whatever the position used, the infant is "belly to belly" with the mother d) While supporting the head, the mother should push gently on the occuput |
Whatever the position used, the infant is "belly to belly" with the mother
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The maternity nurse must be cognizant that cultural practices have significant influence on infant feeding methods. Many regional and ethnic cultures can be found within the United States. One cannot assume generalized obervations about any cultural group will hold for all members of the group. Which statement related to cultural practices influencing infant feeding practice is correct?
a) A common practice among Mexian women is known as los dos b) Muslim cultures do not encourage breastfeeding due to modesty concerns c) Latino women born in the United States are more likely to be breastfeed d) East Indian and Arab women believe that cold foods are best for a new mother |
A common practice among Mexican women is known as los dos
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The birth weight of a breastfed newborn was 8lb, 4oz. One the third day the newborn's weight was 7lb, 12 oz. On the basis of this finding, the nurse should:
a) Encourage the mother to continue breastfeeding because it is effective in meeting the newborn's nutrient and fluid needs b) Suggest that the mother switch to bottle feeding because breastfeeding is ineffective in meeting newborn needs for fluid and nutrients c) Notify the physician because the newborn is being poorly nourished d) Refer the mother to a lactation consultant to improve her breastfeeding technique |
Encourage the mother to continue breastfeeding because it is effective in meeting the newborns nutrient and fluid needs
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Which action of a breastfeeding mother indicates the need for further instruction?
a) Holds breast with four fingers along bottom and thumb at top b) Leans forward to bring breast toward the baby c) Stimulates the rooting reflex and then inserts nipple and areola into newborn's open mouth d) Puts her finger into newborn's mouth before removing breast |
Leans forward to bring breast toward the baby
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The nurse taught new parents the guidelines to follow regarding the bottle feeding of their newborn. They will be using formula from a can of concentrate. The parents would demonstrate an understanding of the nurse's instructions is they:
a) Wash the top of can and can opener with soap and water before opening the can b) Adjust the amount of water added according to weight gain pattern of the newborn c) Add some honey to sweeten the formula and make it more appealing to a fussy newborn d) Warm formula in a microwave oven for a couple of minutes prior to feeding |
Wash the top of a can and can opener with soap and water before opening the can
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The breastfeeding infant can become fussy for a number of reasons. These include all except:
a) Gastrointestinal (GI) distress b) An occasional feeding of formula c) Ear infections, sore throat, or thrush d) Something the mother ate |
Ear infections, sore throat, or thrush
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Which statement regarding infant weaning is correct?
a) Weaning should proceed from breast to bottle to cup b) The feeding of most interest should be eliminated first c) Abrupt weaning is easier than gradual weaning d) Weaning can be mother or infant initiated |
Weaning can be mother or infant initiated
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With regard to the long-term consequences of infant feeding practices, the nurse should instruct the obese client that the best strategy to decrease the risk for childhood obesity for her infant is:
a) An on-demand feeding schedule b) Breastfeeding c) Lower-calorie infant formula d) Smaller, more frequent feedings |
Breastfeeding
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