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Question 1 of 5

The nurse teaches the client to report which postpartum symptom immediately?

A. Mild cramping
B. Foul-smelling lochia
C. Light vaginal bleeding
D. Fatigue after delivery

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Foul-smelling lochia

Question 2 of 5

Which explanation by the nurse accurately identifies the recommended weight gain for a pregnant client who has a normal prepregnancy weight?

A. Less than 15 pounds (
B. 15 to 20 pounds (6.8 to 9 kg)
C. 25 to 35 pounds (11.3 to 15.9 kg)
D. No more than 40 pounds (≤18.1 kg)

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 25 to 35 pounds (11.3 to 15.9 kg)

Question 3 of 5

After gathering further information about the edema, the nurse advises the client to limit the intake of which substance?

A. Sodium
B. Potassium
C. Vitamin C
D. Magnesium

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Sodium

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is teaching the postpartum client, who is breastfeeding, about returning to sexual activity after vaginal delivery. Which statement should the nurse include?

A. “Orgasm may decrease the amount of breast milk you produce.”
B. “You may need to use lubrication when resuming sexual intercourse.”
C. “You should not have sexual intercourse until two months postpartum.”
D. “Your HCP will let you know when you can resume sexual activity.”

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: “You may need to use lubrication when resuming sexual intercourse.”

Question 5 of 5

The nurse assesses the pregnant client who comes to the triage unit and determines that she is at 4/50/—1 and that the fetal HR is 148. What priority information should the nurse collect before proceeding?

A. Time and amount of last meal
B. Number of weeks' gestation
C. Who is attending the delivery
D. History of previous illnesses

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Number of weeks' gestation

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