A woman required a cesarean section for safe delivery of her newborn. She is planning to breastfeed and verbalized concern about pain. What is the best suggestion by the nurse?
a. "Consider formula feeding for the first few days."
b. "Pumping breast milk would be best for now."
c. "Take pain medication 30 to 40 minutes prior to nursing."
d. "Use the football hold when breastfeeding."
ANS: D
The best answer is to encourage use of the football hold to decrease pressure on the operative site. There is no indication for the woman to formula feed or pump. Some pain medications should not be taken when breastfeeding.
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