Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A home health nurse is caring for a client who has unilateral mastitis and is experiencing discomfort in the affected breast.Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Applying warm compresses to the affected breast can help relieve pain and promote milk flow, which can aid in resolving the infection. Warmth can help reduce inflammation and make breastfeeding or pumping less painful.