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vinney12

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The nurse recognizes that infection may be present in her postpartum client when the client exhibits a temperature of:
 
  a. 100.0 F during the first 36 hours postpartum.
  b. 100.8 F twice in the first 24 hours postpartum.
  c. 99.6 F on the first postpartum day and 100.4 on the second.
  d. 100.4 F on the second postpartum day and 100.8 F on the fourth.

Question 2

A postpartum client has developed deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and treatment with warfarin (Coumadin) has been initiated. Which dietary selection should be modified in view of this treatment regimen?
 
  a. Fresh fruits
  b. Milk
  c. Lentils
  d. Soda



ebonylittles

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The definition of puerperal infection is a temperature of 100.4 F or higher after the first 24 hours, occurring on at least two of the first 10 days following childbirth. 100.8 F in the first 24 hours, 100.0 F in the first 36 hours, and 99.6 F on the first day and 100.4 F on the second day do not meet the definition of puerperal infection.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Foods that are high in vitamin K should be restricted and/or limited in consumption while on Coumadin therapy. Vitamin K is the antidote to Coumadin activity.



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