The nurse is teaching new parents about the benefits of breastfeeding their infant. Which statement by the parent should indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?
a. "I should breastfeed my baby so that she will grow at a faster rate than a bottle-fed newborn."
b. "One of the advantages of breastfeeding is that the baby will have fewer stools per day."
c. "I should breastfeed my baby because breastfed babies adapt more easily to a regular schedule of feedings."
d. "Some of the advantages of breastfeeding are that breast milk is economical and readily available for my baby."
ANS: D
Some advantages of breastfeeding a newborn are that breast milk is more economical, is readily available, and is sanitary. Breastfed newborns usually grow at a satisfactory, slower rate than bottle-fed newborns, which research indicates aids in decreased obesity in children. Breastfed babies have an increased number of stools throughout a 24-hour period, and neither breastfed nor bottle-fed newborns should be placed on a regular schedule; they should be fed on demand.
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