The nurse instructed a postpartum woman about storing and freezing breast milk. What statement by the woman leads the nurse to determine that the teaching was effective?
a. "I can thaw frozen breast milk in the microwave."
b. "I'll put enough breast milk for one day in a container."
c. "Breast milk can be stored in glass containers."
d. "Breast milk can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 months."
ANS: C
Breast milk can be safely stored in glass or clear hard plastic containers.
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