Anne, You mention cleaning the nipple-areolar complex with alcohol. In most
of these cases, some part of the area is cracked. Wouldn't that hurt like
hell? I realize we need a clean sample for culture. Would you forgo this
step if the skin is broken? Seems obvious but just asking.
Laurie
Laurie Wheeler MN RN IBCLC
Mississippi USA
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