lactation

Curren'S Math For Meds: Dosages & Sol
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Chapter23: Pediatric Intravenous Medications
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As a part of patient's care planning, the nurse should include guidelines for nutrition during lactation which include

  • Decreasing the amount of calories consumed during pregnancy to prevent additional weight gain
  • Increasing the amount of fats in the diet to ensure ample absorption of fat-soluble vitamins by the baby  
  • Limiting fluids to four to six glasses per day to prevent fluid overload
  • Increasing the energy intake by approximately 500 kilocalories more than the usual adult allowance 
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