CH 25 Flashcards
How much weight should the newborn gain
110-200g per week for the first 3 months
How often should breastfeeding occur in a day
8-12 times in a 24 hour period
What is colostrum
It is secreted from the mothers breast postpartum days 1-3
It contains the igA immunoglobulin that provides passive immunity to the newborn
What is the let down reflex
Stimulation of the maternal nipple releases oxytocin that causes the let down of milk
How should the nurse respond when the patient states she feels uterine cramps during breastfeeding
They are normal, it results from oxytocin which also promotes uterine involution
Should a mother burp a newborn who is breastfeeding
Yes, burp the baby between each breast
What patient education should be given to a mother who is breastfeeding
Tell her to begin the newborns next feeding with the breast she ended with
Explain stool may have a loose, pale, and or yellow appearance and this is normal for a breastfed baby
What products have been reported to increase breast milk
Fenugreek
Prescription meds such as metocloclopramide ( Reglan)
How long can breast milk be stored for
It can be stored at room temp under very clean conditions for up to 8 hr.
It may be refrigerated in sterile bottles for use within 8 days, or. May be frozen in sterile containers for up to 6 months
Breast milk may be stored in a deep freezer for 12 months
What is the best way to thaw milk
In the refrigerator for 24 hours to preserve the immunoglobulins present in it
How long can prepared formula be stored
It can be refrigerated for up to 48 hours
If a bottle fed baby is spitting , what may this indicate
The baby may have a allergy or intolerance to cow milk based formula and may require a soy based formula
Name a breastfeeding position
Cradle position
What is the chin supported position good for
Burping the baby
What is a appropriate loss of weight for a newborn
5%- 10% immediately following birth ( they may regain weight 10-14 hours after birth)
