A nurse is caring for a postpartum client who has decided not to breastfeed her infant and has chosen formula feeding instead.

The nurse should instruct the client that:

The nurse is palpating a patient’s uterus 12 hours after a vaginal delivery. For which reason does the nurse place one hand just above the symphysis pubis?

A nurse is caring for a client who is in the informal stage of maternal role attainment.

Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of this stage?

A nurse is assessing a woman who gave birth four days ago. The nurse notes that the woman has a positive mood, expresses confidence in her ability to care for her infant, and reports adequate support from her partner and family. The nurse identifies these findings as indicators of:

A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a postpartum client who had a vaginal delivery with an episiotomy.

The client asks, “How can I take care of myself at home?” Which of the following responses should the nurse give?

A nurse is caring for a postpartum client who had a difficult labor and delivery. The client expresses frustration and disappointment with her birth experience. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is assessing a postpartum client who delivered her second baby 3 days ago.

The client says, “I feel sad that my older child will not get as much attention from me as before.” The nurse recognizes that the client is in which phase of maternal role attainment?

A nurse is reviewing the medical records of four clients who are pregnant and planning to have a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC).

Which of the following clients has the highest risk of uterine rupture during labor?

A nurse is caring for a postpartum client who has been diagnosed with postpartum depression (PPD).

Which of the following interventions should be included in her plan of care?

A nurse is assessing a postpartum client who received Rho (D) immune globulin (RhoGAM) before discharge.

Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

A nurse is planning care for a client who has postpartum psychosis and is experiencing hallucinations.

Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?