Author Question: The nurse educator describes the uterus and ovaries as being held in place in the pelvic cavity by ... (Read 31 times)

strangeaffliction · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse educator describes the uterus and ovaries as being held in place in the pelvic cavity by what structures?

1. Muscles
2. Tendons
3. Ligaments
4. Peritoneum

Question 2

The postpartum multipara is breastfeeding her new baby. The patient states that she developed mastitis with her first child, and asks whether there is something she can do to prevent mastitis this time. The best response of the nurse is:

1. Massage your breasts on a daily basis, and if you find a hardened area, massage it towards the nipple to unblock that duct.
2. Most first-time moms experience mastitis. It is really quite unusual for a woman having her second baby to get it again.
3. Apply cabbage leaves to any areas that feel thickened or firm to relieve the swelling.
4. Take your temperature once a day. This will help you to pick up the infection early, before it becomes severe.

lorealeza · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 3. The ovaries and uterus are held in place in the pelvic cavity by a number of ligaments.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: A hardened area could indicate a blocked duct. Massage of the blocked duct toward the nipple will help to unplug the duct and relieve stasis of the milk, thereby preventing mastitis.
Rationale 2: This statement is not accurate.
Rationale 3: Cabbage leaves are applied to suppress lactation, not prevent mastitis.
Rationale 4: The onset of mastitis is quite rapid, and taking the temperature daily is not likely to be helpful for catching early onset of the infection.