When teaching the new mother about the composition of breast milk, the nurse explains that the fat content can range from 30 to 50 grams/liter
Which factors affect the fat content of breast milk? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Maternal parity
2. Duration of pregnancy
3. Stage of lactation
4. Time of day
5. Vitamin C intake
1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation: 1. Multiparous mothers produce milk with a lower content of fatty acids than primigravidas.
2. The milk of a mother who delivers a preterm infant has a greater concentration of DHA and ARA than does the milk of a mother who gives birth to a full-term infant.
3. Phospholipids and cholesterol levels are higher in colostrum than in mature milk, although overall fat content is higher in mature breast milk than in colostrum.
4. Fat content is generally higher in the evening and lower in the early morning.
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1. The nurse should sign the document witnessing the client's signature. 2. The nurse should assess understanding, since the client appears confused. 3. The nurse should have the care provider come back and answer any questions the client has. 4. The nurse needs to go over the procedure again, answering any questions afterwards.
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1. Pharmacist 2. Health care provider 3. Client 4. Nurse manager
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a. Specialty mental health systems b. General medical or primary care sectors c. Human service sectors d. Voluntary support networks
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1. "I think everyone feels that way. It's difficult to have someone clinging." 2. "Clients with personality disorders have little regard for the rights of others." 3. "The client fears having to function independently without direction from some-one else." 4. "The client is so preoccupied with perfection and structure that she's afraid to do anything at all."