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Question 1 of 5

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?

A. To validate the presence of clotting
B. To determine the presence of tissue
C. To obtain an accurate description
D. To document the number of clots

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: To determine the presence of tissue

Question 2 of 5

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?

A. Encourage the couple to identify mutual expectations of the fathering role.
B. Critique the father's methods of providing physical care for the neonate.
C. Provide written materials about the physical and emotional role of a father.
D. Observe for a competitive attitude between the parents about providing baby care.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Encourage the couple to identify mutual expectations of the fathering role.

Question 3 of 5

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?

A. Discuss with the woman that the needs of her infant should come first
B. Recognize this as a behavior of the taking-hold stage
C. Record the behavior as ineffective bonding/attachment
D. Reassure the woman that it is okay for her to rest at this time

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Reassure the woman that it is okay for her to rest at this time

Question 4 of 5

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?

A. Emergency contraceptives
B. Oral estrogen/progesterone pill
C. Depo-Provera
D. Natural family planning

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Depo-Provera

Question 5 of 5

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.

A. "Take warm showers twice a day."
B. "Pump each breast three times a day."
C. "Apply a heating pad to each breast."
D. "Wear a well-fitting bra for the first 5 to 6 days."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "Wear a well-fitting bra for the first 5 to 6 days."

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