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folubunmi

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A postpartum client with endometritis is being discharged home on antibiotic therapy. The new mother plans to breastfeed her baby. What should the nurse's discharge instruction include?
 
  1. The client can douche every other day.
  2. Sexual intercourse can be resumed when the client feels up to it.
  3. Light housework will provide needed exercise.
  4. The baby's mouth should be examined for thrush.

Question 2

Risk factors associated with increased risk of thromboembolic disease include which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. Diabetes mellitus
  2. Varicose veins
  3. Hypertension
  4. Adolescent pregnancy
  5. Malignancy



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Answer to Question 1

4
Explanation: 4. A breastfeeding mother on antibiotics should check her baby's mouth for signs of thrush, which should be reported to the physician.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 5
Explanation: 1. Diabetes mellitus is a risk factor for thromboembolic disease.
2. Varicose veins are a risk factor for thromboembolic disease.
5. Malignancy is a risk factor for thromboembolic disease.



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