A nurse is caring for a postpartum client in an outpatient setting. Exhibits Complete the following sentence by using the lists of options. The client is at highest risk for developing dropdownevidenced by the client'sdropdown.

The client is at highest risk for developing mastitis evidenced by the client's cracked nipple. Rationale: Mastitis is a breast infection that can occur in breastfeeding individuals, often caused by bacteria entering through cracked or damaged nipples. The client reports nipple discomfort throughout feeding and has a visible crack on the left nipple, which increases the risk of infection. Mastitis symptoms include breast pain, swelling, redness, fever, and flu-like symptoms. If untreated, it can lead to an abscess. Incorrect Options: Endometritis is an infection of the uterine lining, but the client has no uterine tenderness, fever, or foul-smelling lochia, making this unlikely. Perineal hematoma is a collection of blood in the perineal area, often presenting with severe pain and pressure. The client only reports mild perineal discomfort (2/10), which is not suggestive of a hematoma.