Author Question: The nurse assesses the postpartum client, and finds that she has inflamed hemorrhoids on the day of ... (Read 34 times)

rlane42 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse assesses the postpartum client, and finds that she has inflamed hemorrhoids on the day of birth. Which of the following nursing interventions would be appropriate?

A. Encourage warm baths.
B. Position the client in the supine position.
C. Avoid stool softeners.
D. Decrease fluid intake.

Question 2

The nurse weighs a postpartum client. The client expresses dismay that she has only lost ten pounds. What is the best response by the nurse?

A. Ten to 12 pounds is the usual initial weight loss after delivery.
B. Most people lose more weight than you have.
C. Most people lose less than ten pounds.
D. You seem to be obsessed with your weight.