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APUS57

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Within the first hour following a vaginal delivery, the nurse assesses the mother and finds the fundus is firm and there is a trickle of bright red blood. The nurse recognizes that:
 
  a. this is a normal occurrence.
  b. this is abnormal and should be reported.
  c. the perineum needs to be checked frequently.
  d. the patient should be restricted to bed rest.

Question 2

When the breastfeeding mother asks about nutritional needs while breastfeeding, the nurse gives her a brochure showing the recommended nutritional requirements during breastfeeding as:
 
  a. an additional 1000 mL of fluids.
  b. prenatal vitamins and an additional 300 calories.
  c. at least three glasses of milk a day.
  d. a well-balanced diet with 500 additional calories.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A bright red drainage is normal immediately after delivery.

Answer to Question 2

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Dietary choices should include a well-balanced diet with an additional 500 calories.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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