A breastfeeding woman develops engorged breasts at 3 days postpartum. Which of the following actions would help this woman achieve her goal of reducing the engorgement? The woman:
1. skips feedings to let her sore breasts rest.
2. avoids using a breast pump.
3. breastfeeds her infant every 2 hours.
4. reduces her fluid intake for 24 hours.
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1. Incorrect. The mother should be instructed to attempt feeding her infant every 2 hours while massaging the breasts as the infant is feeding. Skipping feedings may can further swel-ling and discomfort.
2. Incorrect. If the infant does not feed adequately and empty the breast, the mother may pump to extract the milk and relieve some of the discomfort.
3. Correct. The mother should be instructed to attempt feeding her infant every 2 hours while massaging the breasts as the infant is feeding
4. Incorrect. Dehydration will further irritate swollen breast tissue.
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