The nurse is working with a patient from Southeast Asia. The patient tells the nurse that she should not put the baby to breast until her milk comes in and her breasts are warm, because "cold milk" (colostrum) is bad for the baby. After the nurse explains the benefits of colostrum, the patient still insists that "cold milk" is bad. Which response by the nurse is best?

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D is the best response because it respects the patient's cultural beliefs while also encouraging the beneficial practice of breastfeeding to provide colostrum, which is rich in antibodies and nutrients for the newborn. This approach offers a compromise that respects the patient's concerns and the health benefits of breastfeeding.

The Nurse Is Working with a Patient from Southeast Asia