A lactation specialist in a hospital setting notices a newborn has lost 9% of birth weight by day 3. What is the most appropriate first action?
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A
Supplement with formula immediately without further assessment
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B
Perform a thorough breastfeeding assessment including a observed feeding and weighted feed
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C
Advise the mother to increase pumping frequency only
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D
Discharge the infant and schedule follow-up in one week