Concerning postpartum ovarian function, nurses should be aware ...

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Concerning postpartum ovarian function, nurses should be aware that:
 
  1. almost three quarters of nonbreastfeeding women resume menstruating within a month after birth.
  2. ovulation occurs slightly earlier for breastfeeding women.
  3. because of menstruation and ovulation schedules, contraception considerations can be postponed until after the puerperium.
  4. the first menstrual flow after childbirth is usually heavier than normal.

Question 2

During her childbearing experience, an African-American woman will most likely:
 
  1. seek prenatal care early in her pregnancy.
  2. avoid self-treatment of pregnancy-related discomfort.
  3. request liver in the postpartum period to prevent anemia.
  4. arrive at the hospital in advanced labor.

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Answer to Question 1

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1. Incorrect. Although ovulation can occur within the first month, it takes 3 months for 70 of nonlactating women.
2. Incorrect. Breastfeeding women take longer to resume ovulation.
3. Incorrect. Because many women ovulate before their first postpartum menstrual period, contraceptive options need to be discussed early in the puerperium.
4. Correct. The first flow is heavier; however, within three or four cycles it is back to nor-mal.

Answer to Question 2

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1. Incorrect. African-American women may view pregnancy as a state of wellness, which is often the reason for delay in seeking prenatal care.
2. Incorrect. African-American women practice many self-treatment options for various discomforts of pregnancy.
3. Incorrect. African-American women may request liver in the postpartum period but it is due to a belief that liver has a higher blood content and will increase vaginal bleeding.
4. Correct. African-American women often arrive at the hospital in far-advanced labor.