The nurse encourages a new mother to feed the newborn as soon as the newborn shows interest
The nurse bases this recommendation on which benefits of early feedings? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Early feedings stimulate peristalsis.
2. Colostrum is thinner than mature milk.
3. Early feedings enhance maternal–infant attachment.
4. Early feedings decrease the risk of jaundice.
5. Colostrum contains a high number of calories.
1,3,4
Rationale 1: Early breastfeeding stimulates the newborn's peristalsis.
Rationale 2: Colostrum is a yellowish or creamy-appearing fluid that is thicker than mature milk.
Rationale 3: Early breastfeeding enhances maternal–infant attachment.
Rationale 4: Early breastfeeding reduces the risk of jaundice in the infant.
Rationale 5: Colostrum contains fewer calories than mature milk does.
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