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rmenurse

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on: Jun 28, 2018
The postpartum period is the first __________ weeks following childbirth.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

Question 2

Mastitis is an inflammation of the __________.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.


polinasid

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

ANS: 6
Postpartum is the 6-week period of time following childbirth. It is a time of rapid physiological changes within the woman's body as it returns to a prepregnant state.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: Breast
Mastitis is an inflammation or infection of the breast. This can occur when bacteria enter the breast through cracks around the nipple area.


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