Exam 16: Discharge Planning and Teaching

A breastfeeding mother is planning to return to work 3 months after her baby is born. The mother is planning to use an electric breast pump and freeze some breast milk for use later. Which information does the nurse need to provide?

A patient in the first stage of pregnancy is discussing the options for feeding her infant, and asks the nurse, "Which is the most important reason I should consider breastfeeding my baby?" Which is the most significant reason the nurse presents?

The nurse is collecting information from a parent whose infant has frequent diaper dermatitis. Which comment by the parent indicates a possible cause of the condition? Select all that apply.

The nurse is collecting information from a new mother who is bottle-feeding her infant. Which comment, if made by the mother, requires the nurse to provide patient teaching?

A new mother expresses severe frustration with an infant that is exhibiting symptoms of colic. Which suggestions from the nurse are aimed at infant safety? Select all that apply.

The nurse is teaching new parents about the Period of PURPLE Crying Program aimed at the prevention of shaken baby syndrome. At the end of the program, the nurse evaluates the program successful if parents select which fact? Select all that apply.

The nurse is teaching the mother of a neonate the benefits of kangaroo care. Which action is explained to the mother regarding the procedure?

The postpartum nurse-manager wants the unit to become active as a supporter of the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Which nursing actions will be initiated? Select all that apply.

The nurse is preparing to teach a class on the benefits of breastfeeding for infants. Which benefits will the nurse include in the presentation? Select all that apply.

The parents of a newborn male are concerned about providing care for the baby's new circumcision performed with a Plastibell. Which information will the nurse include in the teaching plan for the parents?

The lactation nurse visits the room of a patient who is postpartum and being prepared for discharge. The nurse plans to provide breastfeeding information aimed at assisting the patient to continue breastfeeding her newborn. Which observation by the nurse indicates a possible disruption to the planned teaching?

The postnatal nurse is making a newborn visit to the parents who are from a different country. The nurse finds the newborn swaddled in a heavy blanket and wearing a knitted cap. The newborn has wet hair and is restless with rapid breathing. Which initial comment from the nurse is appropriate?

A patient in the second trimester of pregnancy is discussing breastfeeding and other options with the nurse. Which question is most important for the nurses to ask?

The nurse is teaching newborn care to an adolescent mother. When the nurse attempts to teach how to swaddle the newborn, the mother states, "What's the big deal about how to wrap up a baby?" The nurse needs to convey which reason as being most important for proper swaddling?

The nurse is concerned about the number of infants in the community who die from SIDS even with teaching about "back to sleep" being provided. On which additional preventive measures will the nurse focus? Select all that apply.

A mother who is breastfeeding expresses concern about whether her infant is getting enough milk. Which concrete indicator does the nurse provide to the mother?

Which information is important for the nurse to provide to mothers of infants of 3 months of age regardless of the method of infant feeding?

A mother who is 2 weeks postpartum asks the nurse lactation specialist how she knows if her baby is hungry. Which hunger indicator does the nurse discuss?

The postpartum nurse is preparing to present infant care information to a couple who expresses concern about when to bathe their newborn. Which behaviors will the nurse present as general guidelines? Select all that apply.