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HCHenry

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Which of the following nursing actions are important in the care of a postpartum woman who is at risk for orthostatic hypotension? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Have patient remain in bed for the first 4 hours postbirth.
  B) Instruct patient to slowly rise to a standing position.
  C) Open an ammonia ampule and have the patient smell the ammonia prior to getting out of bed.
  D) Explain to the patient the cause and incidence of orthostatic hypotension.

Question 2

Mastitis is an inflammation of the ____________.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.



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JYan

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Answer to Question 1

B
Instruct patient to slowly rise to a standing position.
D
Explain to the patient the cause and incidence of orthostatic hypotension.

Answer to Question 2

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HCHenry

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Excellent


brbarasa

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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