A nurse is discussing the signs and symptoms of mastitis with a mother who is breastfeeding. What signs and symptoms should the nurse include in her discussion? Select all that apply
a. Breast tenderness
b. Warmth in the breast
c. An area of redness on the breast often resembling the shape of a pie wedge
d. A small white blister on the tip of the nipple
e. Fever and flulike symptoms
A, B, C, E
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Correct These symptoms are commonly associated with mastitis and should be
included in the nurse's discussion of mastitis.
Incorrect This symptom generally is not associated with mastitis. It is commonly
seen in women who have a plugged milk duct.
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