A new mother is learning how to breastfeed her infant. The mother asks the nurse what she can do to ensure success with breastfeeding. The nurse instructs the mother to:
a. Restrict fluids to prevent engorgement
b. Begin eating less now that her baby is born
c. Get moderate rest and exercise
d. Use supplemental nursery feedings to reduce the amount of breastfeeding
C
The mother should be encouraged to have a good fluid intake, an ample diet, and moderate rest and exercise. Supplemental feedings should be avoided and more frequent breastfeeding encouraged.
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1. Glomerulus 2. Ureter 3. Collecting duct 4. Henle's loop