A breastfeeding mother reports that one of her nipples is cracked and sore. She is concerned about developing infection in her breast
Which instruction should the nurse provide? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "Express breast milk and rub it into your nipples after feeding is completed.".
2. "Purchase some evening primrose oil and treat your nipples with it twice each day.".
3. "Avoid feeding on that breast until the nipple heals.".
4. "You can use water-soluble lanolin on your nipple to sooth and heal it.".
5. "Coat your nipples with petroleum jelly prior to feedings.".
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Rationale 1: Breast milk will moisten and protect the nipples.
Rationale 2: Evening primrose oil is suggested for mastalgia but is not indicated for preventing mastitis.
Rationale 3: The breast should be emptied of milk routinely. Avoidance of feeding on that side is not indicated.
Rationale 4: Water-soluble lanolin is useful for soothing and healing cracked and sore nipples.
Rationale 5: Petroleum jelly is not water soluble and should not be used on the nipples.
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