A nurse is preparing to administer 250 mg of an antibiotic IM to a pregnant client for a STI. Available is 3 g/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?

(Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

A. Resuming prenatal vitamins after cesarean birth is important for replenishing essential nutrients and supporting recovery. This statement indicates that the client understands the importance of nutritional supplementation postoperatively.

C. It is important for the client to understand that while some discomfort is expected after a cesarean birth, pain should be managed effectively with prescribed pain medications. Unrelieved pain can indicate inadequate pain management or a complication that requires medical attention.

E This statement demonstrates understanding of the importance of monitoring the incision for signs of infection. Discharge from the incision, especially if it is increasing, foul-smelling, or accompanied by fever, could indicate infection and should prompt the client to seek medical evaluation.

B. Fever is not a normal occurrence after a cesarean birth and can indicate infection. Therefore, this statement would indicate a misunderstanding and should be clarified. The client should be informed to contact their healthcare provider if they experience fever, as it could signify a complication such as endometritis.

D. Resting in a recliner is not typically recommended for healing after a cesarean birth. The client should be educated that rest should ideally be in a bed with proper support and positioning to promote healing and prevent complications such as thrombosis.

C. Newborns should be positioned at approximately a 45-degree angle in their car seats. This angle helps keep the newborn's airway open and prevents head slumping, which can interfere with breathing. Many car seats have angle indicators to assist in achieving the correct angle.

A. The retainer clip, also known as the chest clip, should be positioned at armpit level. Placing it across the abdomen can cause injury in a crash by putting pressure on the soft tissues of the abdomen instead of restraining the upper body properly.

B. The shoulder harness straps should be positioned at or just below the level of the newborn's shoulders. Placing them below the armpits can lead to improper restraint and increased risk of injury in a crash.

D. It is recommended to keep infants rear-facing in their car seats until they reach the maximum weight or height limit allowed by the car seat manufacturer, typically around 2-3 years of age. This position provides the best protection for the baby's head, neck, and spine in the event of a crash.