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Deast7027

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on: Jun 28, 2018
After delivery, the nurse's assessment reveals a soft, boggy uterus located above the level of the umbilicus. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
 
  a. Notify the physician.
  b. Massage the fundus.
  c. Initiate measures that encourage voiding.
  d. Position the patient flat.

Question 2

What statement made by a new mother indicates she needs additional information about breastfeeding?
 
  a. I let the baby nurse 10 to 15 minutes on the first breast and then switch to the other breast.
  b. The baby needs to nurse at least 5 minutes on the breast to get the hindmilk.
  c. The baby has been nursing every 2 to 3 hours.
  d. If the baby gets fussy between feedings, I give her a bottle of water.


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juwms

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A poorly contracted uterus should be massaged until firm to prevent hemorrhage.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Supplemental feedings of formula or water should not be offered to a healthy newborn who is breastfeeding.


Deast7027

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Excellent

amcvicar

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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