The nurse is teaching a new mother about breastfeeding. The client tells the nurse that her sister became very uncomfortable when she tried to breastfeed because she had too much milk. Which suggestion should the nurse provide to help this client deal with the discomfort associated with engorged breasts?

Rationale: A. Wear a supportive bra at all times: Wearing a well-fitting, supportive bra helps relieve pressure on engorged breasts and provides comfort while maintaining proper breast support. It can reduce swelling, prevent tissue damage, and make breastfeeding or pumping more manageable during periods of overfull breasts. B. Take two acetaminophen to relieve the discomfort: Acetaminophen may help reduce pain, but it does not address the underlying cause of engorgement or prevent worsening discomfort. Medication alone is not sufficient as a primary strategy for managing engorged breasts. C. Use breast cream to help prevent discomfort: Breast creams are designed to prevent nipple soreness or cracking but do not alleviate discomfort from breast engorgement. This intervention would not directly reduce swelling or pressure in overfull breasts. D. Put a heating pad on the breasts while they are engorged: Applying heat to engorged breasts can worsen swelling by increasing blood flow and may intensify discomfort. Instead, cold compresses before feeding or gentle massage toward the nipple during feeding is more effective in relieving engorgement.