Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 95%
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A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client that breastfeeds who has been diagnosed with mastitis of the right breast. Which of the following instructions should be included? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
B, D
Rationale
Increased fluids (B) and ibuprofen (D) manage dehydration and pain. Ceasing breastfeeding (A) or reducing feeds (C) can worsen mastitis, and tight bras (E) may increase discomfort.