Curriculum Block

Objectives

• List the normal physiologic and anatomic changes of the breast during pregnancy and postpartum periods
• Recognize and treat common postpartum abnormalities of the breast
• Know the reasons why breast feeding should be encouraged
• Recognize commonly used medications which are appropriate and inappropriate to use while breast feeding
• Counsel the lactating patient about commonly asked questions such as frequency, duration, inadequate production of milk etc.

Tags

Clerkship Obstetrics and Gynecology Rotation Obstetrics and Gynecology Newborn Assessment Lactation [G08.686.702.500]