HESI RN · HESI Maternity · Postpartum Nursing Assessment and Care Test Questions
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The nurse is collecting the urine of a postpartum patient who is passing large clots. For which reason does the nurse examine the large collected clots?
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Correct Answer: To determine the presence of tissue
The nurse on a postpartum unit focuses on how to assist the father in identifying his role with the neonate. Which intervention by the nurse is most helpful?
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Correct Answer: Encourage the couple to identify mutual expectations of the fathering role.
A G1P1 has just experienced a 24-hour labor that included a 3-hour second stage. The woman states to the nurse, "I just can't feed my baby now. All I want to do is sleep." What is the appropriate response from the nurse?
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Correct Answer: Reassure the woman that it is okay for her to rest at this time
The nurse is discussing contraception with a couple before discharge following the birth of a first child. The couple are uncertain about the method but are certain about avoiding pregnancy for at least 2 years. Which method does the nurse recommend?
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Correct Answer: Depo-Provera
The nurse is educating the postpartum client on lactation suppression. Which instructions to the client regarding lactation suppression should be included? Select all that apply.
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Correct Answer: "Wear a well-fitting bra for the first 5 to 6 days."
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