To prevent breast engorgement, the new breastfeeding mother should be instructed to
a. Apply cold packs to the breast before feeding.
b. Breastfeed frequently and for adequate lengths of time.
c. Limit her intake of fluids for the first few days.
d. Feed her infant no more than every 4 hours.
B
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A Warm packs should be applied to the breast before feedings.
B Engorgement occurs when the breasts are not adequately emptied at each feeding
or if feedings are not frequent enough.
C Fluid intake should not be limited with a breastfeeding mother; that will decrease
the amount of breast milk produced.
D Breast milk moves through the stomach within 1.5 to 2 hours, so waiting 4 hours
to feed is too long. Frequent feedings are important to empty the breast and to
establish lactation.
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