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Haya94

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A postpartum patient received corticosteroids during pregnancy, delivered by cesarean and subsequently developed endometritis. The incision is red, warm, and very sensitive to touch, and remains febrile despite antibiotic therapy. What is the most importa
 
  A) Wound care and hand washing
  B) Strict adherence to antibiotic therapy
  C) Proper perineal care
  D) Use of warm compresses and sitz baths

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a postpartum patient who is receiving IV antibiotics and supportive care for endometritis. Which finding should the nurse report immediately?
 
  A) Gradually decreasing temperature and pulse rate
  B) Breast-feeding
  C) Steadily decreasing volume of urine
  D) Excessive diaphoresis


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Silverbeard98

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

Ans: A

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C


Haya94

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Gracias!

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