The nurse knows that in some cases, breastfeeding is not advisable. Which mother should be counseled against breastfeeding?

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A mother who is HIV-positive should be counseled against breastfeeding because there is a risk of transmitting HIV to the baby through breast milk. The other options (a poorly balanced diet, overweight, and having twins) are not contraindications to breastfeeding. In fact, breastfeeding is recommended for all mothers unless there is a medical reason not to do so.

The Nurse Knows That in Some Cases, Breastfeeding Is Not