The breastfeeding client should be taught a safe method to remove her breast from the baby's mouth. Which suggestion by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Break the suction by inserting your finger into the corner of the infant's mouth.
b. A popping sound occurs when the breast is correctly removed from the infant's mouth.
c. Slowly remove the breast from the baby's mouth when the infant has fallen asleep and the jaws are relaxed.
d. Elicit the Moro reflex in the baby to wake the baby up, and remove the breast when the baby cries.
ANS: A
Inserting a finger into the corner of the baby's mouth between the gums to break the suction avoids trauma to the breast. A popping sound indicates improper removal of the breast from the baby's mouth and may cause cracks or fissures in the breast. The infant who is sleeping may lose grasp on the nipple and areola, resulting in chewing on the nipple, making it sore. Most mothers prefer the infant to continue to sleep after the feeding. Gentle wake-up techniques are recommended.
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