Parents have been asked by the neonatologist to provide breast milk for their newborn son who was born prematurely at 32 weeks of gestation
The nurse who instructs them about pumping, storing, and transporting the milk needs to assess their knowledge of lactation. Which of the following statements is valid? 1. A premature infant more easily digests breast milk than formula.
2. A glass of wine just before pumping will help reduce stress and anxiety.
3. The mother should pump only as much as the infant can drink.
4. The mother should pump every 2 to 3 hours, including during the night.
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1. Correct. Human milk is the ideal food for preterm infants. The nutrients in breast milk are more easily absorbed than are those in formula.
2. Incorrect. Consumption of alcohol during lactation is approached with caution. Excessive amounts can have serious effects on the infant and can adversely affect the mother's mild ejection reflex.
3. Incorrect. To establish an optimal milk supply, the mother should be instructed to pump 8 to 10 times a day for 10 to 15 minutes on each breast.
4. Incorrect. The mother should be instructed to pump 8 to 10 times a day for 10 to 15 mi-nutes on each breast.
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