On the third postpartum day a woman who is breastfeeding calls the nurse at the clinic and asks why her breasts are tight and swollen. What should the nurse consider before explaining why her breasts are engorged?a. There is an overabundance of milk.b. Breastfeeding is probably ineffective.c. The breasts have been inadequately supported.d. The lymphatic system in the breasts is congested.

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1. On the third postpartum day a woman who is breastfeeding calls the nurse at the clinic and asks why her breasts are tight and swollen. What should the nurse consider before explaining why her breasts are engorged?

a. There is an overabundance of milk.

b. Breastfeeding is probably ineffective.

c. The breasts have been inadequately supported.

d. The lymphatic system in the breasts is congested.