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jeatrice

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on: Jun 27, 2018
A woman who is breastfeeding her newborn reports that her breasts seem quite full. Assessment shows that her breasts are engorged. Which of the following would the nurse identify as the most likely factor in this development?
 
  A) Cracking of the nipple
  B) Improper positioning of the infant
  C) Inadequate secretion of prolactin
  D) Inability of infant to empty breasts

Question 2

The perinatal nurse demonstrates for the student nurse the correct technique of postpartum uterine palpation. Support for the lower uterine segment is critical as without it, there is an increased risk of:
 
  A) Uterine edema
  B) Uterine inversion
  C) Incorrect measurement
  D) Intensifying the patient's level of pain


kusterl

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B


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