A breastfeeding mother is struggling to care for her infant with lactose intolerance. Which of the following foods should the mother avoid?
A breastfeeding mother is struggling to care for her infant with lactose intolerance. Which of the following foods should the mother avoid?
A. Leafy greens
[1%]
B. Red meats
[3%]
C. Ice cream
[92%]
D. Wheat rolls
[4%]
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Subject/Lesson
Subject
Maternal & Newborn Health
Lesson
Postpartum
Client Need
Test Plan
Health Promotion and Maintenance
Related Topic
Ante/Intra/Postpartum and Newborn Care
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Item Type
Knowledge/Comprehension
Explanation
Choice C is correct. Ice cream is a dairy product and therefore contains lactose. Breastfeeding mothers with infants who are lactose intolerant should avoid dairy products with lactose.
Choice A is incorrect. Leafy greens do not contain lactose and do not need to be avoided by the mother nursing a lactose intolerant infant.
Choice B is incorrect. Red meat does not contain lactose and does not need to be avoided by the mother nursing a lactose intolerant infant.
Choice D is incorrect. Wheat rolls generally do not contain lactose and do not need to be avoided by the mother nursing a lactose intolerant infant.
NCSBN client need Topic: Physiological Integrity, Basic Care and Comfort
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