A client from Mexico has just delivered a son, and the nurse offers to assist in putting the baby to breast
Although the client indicated before the birth that she wanted to breastfeed, she is very hesitant, and says she would like to bottle-feed for the first few days. After talking to her, the nurse understands that her primary reason for wanting to delay breastfeeding is based on what cultural belief? 1. Breast milk causes skin rashes.
2. It is harmful to breastfeed immediately.
3. Colostrum is bad for the baby.
4. Thin milk causes diarrhea.
3
Explanation: 3. Some Hispanics may delay breastfeeding because they believe colostrum is "bad."
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