A new mother asks whether she should feed her newborn colostrum, because it is not "real milk." The nurse's most appropriate answer is:
a. Colostrum is high in antibodies, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
b. Colostrum is lower in calories than milk and should be supplemented by formula.
c. Giving colostrum is important in helping the mother learn how to breastfeed before she goes home.
d. Colostrum is unnecessary for newborns.
ANS: A
Colostrum is important because it has high levels of the nutrients needed by the neonate and helps protect against infection. Supplementation is not necessary; it will decrease stimulation to the breast and decrease the production of milk. It is important for the mother to feel comfortable in this role before discharge; however, the importance of the colostrum to the infant is the top priority. Colostrum provides immunities and enzymes necessary to cleanse the gastrointestinal system, among other things.
You might also like to view...
A nurse teaches a client who is recovering from a colon resection. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?
a. "You may experience nausea and vomiting for the first few weeks." b. "Carbonated beverages can help decrease acid reflux from anastomosis sites." c. "Take a stool softener to promote softer stools for ease of defecation." d. "You may return to your normal workout schedule, including weight lifting."
What is the best example of a pediatric unit's organizational culture?
1. All client rooms are private. 2. Nurses wear colorful scrubs. 3. The nurse-to-client ratio is 4 to 1. 4. The primary nursing model is used for care.
The nurse is initiating client teaching. The nurse is aware that the primary focus is placed on:
a. the client's ability to practice healthy behaviors b. the improvement of the nurse-client relationship c. the client's satisfaction with health care team personnel d. the strengthening of the nurse's skill set
What did the results of the 2009 study by Dall et al. on the economic value of professional nursing indicate?
1. As nursing staffing levels increase, patient risk of nosocomial complications decreases. 2. As nursing staffing levels increase, length of stay increases. 3. Adding registered nurses to the acute care hospital workforce would not result in reduced mortality. 4. As the numbers of nursing staff of any education level increase in an acute care hospital, the quality of care provided increases as well.