Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Woman gave birth 48 hours ago to a healthy infant girl, bottle feeding, breasts swollen, warm, and tenderA woman gave birth 48 hours ago to a healthy infant girl. She has decided to bottle feed. During the assessment, the nurse notices that both breasts are swollen, warm, and tender on palpation. Which guidance should the nurse provide to the client at this time?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Ice application reduces swelling and discomfort from engorgement in a non-breastfeeding mother.