Posted: September 30th, 2017

The nurse is evaluating a new mother feeding her newborn. Which observation indicates the mother understands proper feeding methods for her newborn?

The nurse is evaluating a new mother feeding her newborn. Which observation indicates the mother understands proper feeding methods for her newborn?

A. Holding the bottle so the nipple is always filled with formula.
B. Allowing her seven – pound baby to sleep after taking 1 ½ ounces from the bottle.
C. Burping the baby every ten minutes during the feeding.
D. Warming the formula bottle in the microwave for 15 seconds and giving it directly to the baby.