A Preterm Newborn Has Been Receiving Orogastric Feedings of Breast

question 43

Multiple Choice

A preterm newborn has been receiving orogastric feedings of breast milk. The nurse initiates nipple feedings, but the newborn tires easily and has weak sucking and swallowing reflexes. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

• A) Encourage mother to breastfeed.
• B) Try nipple-feeding preterm newborn formula.
• C) Resume orogastric feedings of breast milk.
• D) Resume orogastric feedings of formula.

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