Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
New mother breastfeeding, concerned about pain medication.A nurse is caring for a client who is beginning to breastfeed her newborn after delivery. The new mother states, 'I don't want to take anything for pain because I am breastfeeding.' Which statement should the nurse make?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Discussing pain management options educates the mother on safe choices for breastfeeding.