During the 7th month of pregnancy, a woman notices a yellowish discharge from her nipple. Which is ...

During the 7th month of pregnancy, a woman notices a yellowish discharge from her nipple. Which is the best explanation for this discharge?
 
  1) An infection is present.
  2) This is witch's milk, caused by elevated estrogen levels.
  3) This is breast milk, and delivery is imminent.
  4) Colostrum is secreted in preparation for milk production.

Question 2

A new mother is concerned that after breastfeeding her baby, her breasts will become saggy. Which explanation best describes the age-related change in breast tissue?
 
  1) Breasts become less fibrous.
  2) Muscle mass and tone decrease.
  3) Adipose tissue decreases.
  4) Glandular tissue increases.

Question 3

A new mother is concerned because she notices a white, milky discharge from her newborn's nipples. Which explanation by the nurse is most appropriate?
 
  1) This is an abnormal finding, and the drainage will be cultured.
  2) This is an abnormal finding and may be indicative of diabetes.
  3) This is a normal finding and will disappear in a few days.
  4) This is a normal finding and will disappear when the mother stops breastfeeding.

Question 4

The nurse is assessing a patient who presents with nipple discharge. Which question from the nurse is appropriate?
 
  1) Have you ever had this problem before?
  2) How would you rate your pain on a scale of 0 to 10?
  3) Has there been a change in your bra size?
  4) Have you had any nipple piercings?

Question 5

The nurse is assessing a patient who is prescribed oral contraceptives. Which hormones are responsible for the growth in breast size that occur when this drug is prescribed to a patient?
 
  1) Testosterone and progesterone
  2) Progesterone and estrogen
  3) Estrogen and oxytocin
  4) Oxytocin and prolactin