A primipara delivered a 7-pound,3-ounce baby girl 10 days ago. During a home visit the nurse discovers that the baby has lost 11 ounces since birth. She suspects that the woman may be having difficulty with breastfeeding. The nurse inquires how breastfeeding is proceeding. The woman replies,"I don't think my milk is going to come in. My breasts are too big. I'm going to wait a few more days and then try to breastfeed again." The nurse asks the woman if she is bottle feeding the baby and how much formula the baby is taking every day. The woman replies,"Oh,I don't want to bottle-feed the baby. I'm just going to wait until my milk comes in."
On the basis of this information,what nursing diagnosis would take priority in planning care?

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The woman is displaying a lack of knowledge about proper nutrition for her newborn. The baby has lost almost 10% of her body weight and is not receiving any form of intake. Furthermore,the woman has incorrect,preconceived notions about milk production and breastfeeding. Although the woman may be experiencing pain,it is not indicated in the information provided. Although the woman may be experiencing ineffective coping,it is not indicated in the information provided. The woman appears to show signs of role strain related to being a first-time mother. However,this is not the priority.

A Primipara Delivered a 7-Pound,3-Ounce Baby Girl 10 Days Ago