Breastfeeding and Infant Nutrition Flashcards
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Which finding indicates effective breastfeeding in a 4-day-old newborn?
Answer: Audible swallowing during feeds and 6–8 wet diapers per day
Effective breastfeeding is confirmed by audible swallowing, appropriate weight trajectory, and sufficient wet and soiled diapers (6–8 wets/day by day 4).
A breastfeeding mother at 2 weeks postpartum develops a tender, red, wedge-shaped area on the right breast with a temperature of 38.9°C (102°F). Which condition does the nurse suspect?
Answer: Mastitis
Mastitis is characterized by a painful, red, wedge-shaped breast area with systemic symptoms (fever, flu-like symptoms) and most commonly occurs in the second to fourth week postpartum.
A mother with mastitis asks if she should stop breastfeeding. What is the correct nursing response?
Answer: Continue breastfeeding or pumping frequently — stopping can worsen infection and lead to abscess formation
Continued, frequent milk removal is essential during mastitis to prevent worsening infection and abscess formation; antibiotics treat the infection while breastfeeding continues.
At what age should solid foods be introduced for a formula-fed or breastfed infant according to current guidelines?
Answer: Around 6 months of age, when the infant shows developmental readiness
Both the AAP and WHO recommend introducing solid foods around 6 months when the infant can sit with minimal support, has lost the tongue-thrust reflex, and shows interest in food.
Which vitamin supplement is recommended for all exclusively breastfed infants shortly after birth?
Answer: Vitamin D 400 IU daily
Breast milk is low in vitamin D; the AAP recommends 400 IU/day of vitamin D supplementation for all breastfed infants starting within the first few days of life.
A formula-fed newborn at 2 weeks is taking 2 oz every 3 hours. The mother asks if this is adequate. What is the appropriate nursing response?
Answer: Yes, this is consistent with expected intake of approximately 2–3 oz every 3–4 hours for a 2-week-old
A formula-fed newborn at 2 weeks typically takes 2–3 oz every 3–4 hours; feeding on demand and watching for satiety cues prevents overfeeding.