The nurse is performing an assessment on a newborn and notes a thin,milky discharge from the infant's nipple.The nurse knows this is a:

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The presence of a thin, milky discharge from the infant's nipple is a common finding in newborns due to hormonal changes passed on from the mother during pregnancy. It is not a cause for concern and typically resolves on its own within a few weeks.

The Nurse Is Performing an Assessment on a Newborn and Notes