The postpartum nurse is reviewing dietary practices for an Asian ...

[crobinson2013]

The postpartum nurse is reviewing dietary practices for an Asian client. Which should the nurse expect to observe as a dietary practice for this culture?
 
  a. Food brought from home
  b. Preference for fresh fruits
  c. Preference for cold foods
  d. Request for ice water instead of hot water

Question 2

A postpartum client who is a gravida 4, para 4, comes to the office for her 6-week postpartum checkup. Her presentation is untidy and unkempt. The client states that she is not sleeping well and relates that she feels overwhelmed at times.
 
  According to the client, family members' responses have been nonsupportive. What recommendations would you advise to help the client at this time?
 
  a. Tell the client that this is a normal reaction to an increase in family size and that listening to music can help relieve anxiety.
  b. Tell the client to increase her exercise pattern because that will promote a sense of well-being.
  c. Make appropriate referrals for psychological intervention counseling because the client is exhibiting high-risk symptoms.
  d. Record the client's vital signs as part of the ongoing assessment and offer relaxation strategies as a method of support.

[Kedrick2014]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Food brought from home is a welcome sign of caring in many cultures. Some Asians believe that after childbirth the woman should eat only hot foods such as chicken, meat, and fish. Fresh fruit would be considered a cold food. Although ice water is commonly given to hospital clients, it is not acceptable to many Asians. For example, Southeast Asian women may refuse cold or ice water and prefer hot water or other warm beverages to keep warm.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
This client is exhibiting symptoms that are consistent with postpartum depression, so she should be given priority intervention to maintain client safety.

[crobinson2013]

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[FergA]

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