A Patient in the First Stage of Pregnancy Is Discussing

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient in the first stage of pregnancy is discussing the options for feeding her infant, and asks the nurse, "Which is the most important reason I should consider breastfeeding my baby?" Which is the most significant reason the nurse presents?

• A)Human milk proteins are easier to digest than protein in prepared formula.
• B)The amount of cholesterol in human milk is essential for the baby.
• C)Human milk contains multiple antibodies, enzymes, and immune factors.
• D)Vitamins and minerals are transferred to human milk from the mother.

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