Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 95%
Practice
A client who is 2 days postpartum and breastfeeding reports nipple soreness. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct instruction for the nurse to provide is to advise the client to apply breast milk to the nipples after feedings. Breast milk has healing properties and can help soothe sore nipples. Option A is incorrect because avoiding the use of a breast pump does not directly address nipple soreness. Option C is incorrect as feeding the newborn less frequently can lead to engorgement and further complications. Option D is incorrect as using a nipple shield during feedings may not address the underlying issue of soreness and can sometimes even worsen the situation.