Mrs. Knox has been ordered an anti-infective for a small wound infection. She is currently exclusively breast feeding her 4 month old infant. She voices concerns over taking medications that may enter the breast milk and harm her baby. What teaching can the
Nurse provide at this time?

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Rationale 1. Postponing the anti-infective would put the mother's health at risk, herbal products can pass through the breast milk as well.
Rationale 2. This Is correct it is sometimes useful to administer it immediately after
breastfeeding, or when the infant will be sleeping for an extended period, so that the longest possible time elapses before the next feeding. 
Rationale 3. This is correct, there are medications available that are considered safe for Brest feeding mothers and their infants.
Rationale 4. There is no evidence to support this statement.

Mrs Knox Has Been Ordered an Anti-Infective for a Small