A breastfeeding client has unilateral breast pain, redness, and fever. What teaching is most appropriate?

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B. Continue breastfeeding/pumping and take antibiotics as prescribed — Mastitis is usually treated with antibiotics and continued milk removal (breastfeeding or pumping). Stopping abruptly can worsen engorgement and infection.

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A. Stop breastfeeding immediately and discard milk

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C. Apply a tight breast binder and avoid touching the breast

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D. Avoid fluids to reduce swelling