Case 1 of 10Breast HealthBreastfeeding
A 31-year-old woman, gravida 1 para 1, is seen in the office 6 weeks after an uncomplicated vaginal delivery at term. She is exclusively breastfeeding her healthy daughter, who is gaining weight appropriately. She says she is exhausted, finds feeding the baby very demanding, and is thinking of stopping breastfeeding. She takes no medications, has no allergies, and has no breast pain, fever, or nipple trauma. Breast examination is normal.
| Heart rate | 78/min |
| Respiratory rate | 14/min |
| Temperature | 36.8 °C |
| O2 saturation | 99%, room air |
| Blood pressure | 118/72 mm Hg |
Question 1 of 30
Which of the following recommendations about infant feeding should be provided at this visit?
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AFeed on a strict 4-hour schedule
BReplace night feeds with formula
CExclusive breastfeeding to about 6 months
DFormula supplementation after every feed
EFeed in response to infant hunger cues
FIntroduce solid foods at 4 months
GStop breastfeeding at 3 months
HOffer water between feeds
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