Asked by Mikey Vancouver on Apr 28, 2024

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A nurse is teaching a class on breastfeeding to expectant parents. Which are contraindications for breastfeeding? (Select all that apply.)

A) Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in mother
B) Mastitis
C) Inverted nipples
D) Maternal cancer therapy
E) Twin births

Contraindications

Specific situations or conditions where a particular treatment, procedure, or activity is not advised because it may be harmful to the person.

Breastfeeding

The feeding of babies and young children with milk from a woman's breast, providing ideal nutrition and support for the child's growth and immune system.

Maternal Cancer Therapy

Treatment aimed at managing cancer during pregnancy, focusing on the health of both the mother and the unborn child.

  • Understand the significance and guidelines for exclusive breastfeeding in infant nutrition.
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Jamie SilvermanApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
A, D
Explanation :
HIV in the mother and maternal cancer therapy place the newborn at risk. HIV can be transmitted through breast milk, as can be the metabolites of chemotherapy. Mastitis, inverted nipples, and twin births are not contraindications.