For which of the following situations is breastfeeding considered tolerable (reluctantly) under strict conditions?
1. The new mother is HIV positive.
2. The new mother uses hard drugs like heroin or cocaine.
3. The new mother smokes marijuana.
4. The new mother smokes cigarettes.
4
1, 2, 3. Incorrect. HIV can be transmitted in breast milk, as can all substances to some degree. Smoking is acceptable (but still discouraged) if the mother avoids smoking 2 hours before feed-ing. She should also avoid smoking in the same room as the infant.
4. Correct. HIV can be transmitted in breast milk, as can all substances in some degree. Smoking is acceptable (but still discouraged) if the mother avoids smoking 2 hours before feeding. She should also avoid smoking in the same room as the infant.
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