On the 3rd day postpartum, a client who is not breastfeeding experiences engorgement. To relieve her discomfort, the nurse should encourage the client to do which of the following?
1. Remove her bra
2. Apply heat to the breasts
3. Apply cold packs to the breasts
4. Use a breast pump to release the milk
3
Explanation: 3. Applying cold packs to the breasts relieves discomfort and helps suppress lactation.
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1. Notify the client's physician. 2. Discontinue the transfusion. 3. Slow the rate of the transfusion. 4. Prepare to resuscitate the client.