The nurse is using the LATCH Breastfeeding Charting System to evaluate the effectiveness of a newborn's breastfeeding experience

The nurse documents the following on the chart: L = repeated attempts; A = a few audible swallows with stimulation, T = everted nipple; C = engorged nipples; H = holding without assist from staff. What number would the nurse document using this data? A) 4
B) 6
C) 8
D) 10


B
Feedback:
The client would receive 1 for Latch, 1 for audible swallowing, 2 for everted nipple, 0 for engorgement, and 2 for holding without assistance; totaling 6 of a possible 10.

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