A client who is 4 weeks postpartum reports to the clinic with complaints of breast tenderness and swelling. The diagnosis is mastitis. Which of the following will likely be included in the initial plan of care?
1. Wearing of a support bra
2. Discontinue breast-feeding for 48 to 72 hours
3. The application of hot compresses
4. Antibiotic therapy for 7 days
Wearing of a support bra
Rationale: Clients will benefit from the wearing of a support bra at all times. This will enhance comfort and provide support to the enlarged breast tissue. Breast-feeding will be continued. The discontinuation of breast-feeding may result in engorgement and related complications. Compresses will be prescribed, but they will alternate between warm and cold. Antibiotic therapy may be prescribed, but only after other interventions have been implemented and found to be unsuccessful.
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