Author Question: Which of the following actions can decrease the risk for a postpartum infection? (Select all that ... (Read 81 times)

rl · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which of the following actions can decrease the risk for a postpartum infection? (Select all that apply.)

a. Diet high in protein and vitamin C
b. Increased fluid intake
c. Ambulating within a few hours after delivery
d. Washing nipples with soap prior to each breastfeeding session

Question 2

Nursing actions focused at reducing a postpartum woman's risk for cystitis include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. Voiding within a few hours post-birth
b. Oral intake of a minimum of 1000 mL per day
c. Changing peri-pads every 3 to 4 hours or more frequently as indicated
d. Reminding the woman to void every 3 to 4 hours while awake

nital · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: a, b, c
Protein and vitamin C assist with tissue healing. Rehydrating a woman after delivery can assist with decreasing risk for infections. Early ambulation decreases risk for infection by promoting uterine drainage. The woman should not wash her breasts with soap because soap can dry the tissue and increase the woman's risk for tissue breakdown.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: a, c, d
Early voiding helps flush bacteria from the urethra. Voiding every 3 to 4 hours will decrease the risk of bacterial growth in the bladder. Soiled peri-pads are a media for bacterial growth. It is recommend that a postpartum woman drink a minimum of 3000 mL/day to help dilute urine and promote frequent voiding.