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jenna1 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse is in the process of assessing the comfort level of her postpartum patient. Excess bleeding is not obvious; however, the new mother complains of deep, severe pelvic pain.

The registered nurse (RN) has noted both skin and vital sign changes. This patient may have formed a(n) ________. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

A nurse is teaching parents about diarrhea. Which statement by the parents indicates understanding of the teaching?

a. Diarrhea results from a fluid deficit in the small intestine.
b. Organisms destroy intestinal mucosal cells, resulting in an increased intestinal
surface area.
c. Malabsorption results in metabolic alkalosis.
d. Increased motility results in impaired absorption of fluid and nutrients.

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

Answer to Question 1

hematoma
Hematomas occur as a result of bleeding into loose connective tissue while the overlying
tissue remains intact. A hematoma can develop after either a spontaneous or an
instrumental vaginal delivery when blood vessels are injured. They are most likely to occur
in the vulvar, vaginal, or retroperitoneal areas. The nurse should examine the vulva for a
bulging mass or skin discoloration and intervene as necessary.

Answer to Question 2

D
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A Diarrhea results from fluid excess in the small intestine.
B Destroyed intestinal mucosal cells result in decreased intestinal surface area.
C Loss of electrolytes in the stool from diarrhea results in metabolic acidosis.
D Increased motility and rapid emptying of the intestines result in impaired
absorption of nutrients and water. Electrolytes are drawn from the extracellular
space into stool, and dehydration results.