A postpartum client is not going to breastfeed her newborn. What should the nurse include when teaching this client about breast care?
1. The let-down reflex
2. Lactation suppression
3. The purpose of fundal massage
4. The cause of afterpains
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Explanation:
1. The let-down reflex is an important teaching point for breastfeeding patients.
2. It is important to teach nonbreastfeeding patients about lactation suppression after delivery.
3. The purpose of fundal massage should be addressed when assessing the uterus and fundus, not when assessing the breasts.
4. Afterpains can be stimulated by breastfeeding. The nurse will not likely teach a
nonbreastfeeding primipara about afterpains.
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