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vHAUNG6011

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on: Jun 28, 2018
Which statement indicates to the nurse on a postpartum home visit that the patient understands the signs of late postpartum hemorrhage?
 
  a. My discharge would change to red after it has been pink or white.
  b. If I have a postpartum hemorrhage, I will have severe abdominal pain.
  c. I should be alert for an increase in bright red blood.
  d. I would pass a large clot that was retained from the placenta.

Question 2

What statement by the patient leads the nurse to determine a woman with mastitis understands treatment instructions?
 
  a. I will apply cold compresses to the painful areas.
  b. I will take a warm shower before nursing the baby.
  c. I will nurse first on the affected side.
  d. I will empty the affected breast every 8 hours.


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johnpizzaz

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

ANS: A
When the nurse teaches the postpartum woman about normal changes in lochia, it is important to explain that a return to red bleeding after it has changed to pink or white may indicate a late postpartum hemorrhage.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Moist heat promotes blood flow to the area, comfort, and complete emptying of the breast.


vHAUNG6011

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Gracias!

softEldritch

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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