During a home visit to a breast-feeding primiparous client at 1 week postpartum, the client tells the nurse that her nipples have become sore and cracked from the feedings. Which of the following...

During a home visit to a breast-feeding primiparous client at 1 week postpartum, the client tells the nurse that her nipples have become sore and cracked from the feedings. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client to do?

1. Wipe off any lanolin creams from the nipple before each feeding.

2. Position the baby with the entire areola in the baby's mouth.

3. Feed the baby less often for the next several days.

4. Use a mild soap while in the shower to prevent an infection.