A nurse is presenting educational materials for a group of middle-aged clients about
menopausal hormone therapy following total hysterectomy. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the information?

A. Abundant lanugo is incorrect because postmature newborns typically lose their lanugo before birth.

B. Vernix in the folds and creases is incorrect as vernix caseosa, the white, cheese-like substance covering the skin of the fetus, is often absent in postmature newborns due to it being absorbed as the gestation period extends beyond the normal term.

C. Short, soft fingernails are not expected in postmature newborns; instead, they may have long, overgrown nails.

D. Cracked, peeling skin is a common finding in postmature newborns due to prolonged exposure to amniotic fluid and a decrease in the protective vernix caseos

A.

E. A positive Moro reflex is a normal finding in newborns, including those who are postmature, indicating a healthy neurological response.

Rationale:

A. Obtain a type and crossmatch: While obtaining a type and crossmatch may be necessary in the event of significant hemorrhage, the first action should be to address the potential cause of hypotension, which could be uterine atony.

B. Evaluate the firmness of the uterus: Postpartum hypotension is often caused by uterine atony, so the first action should be to assess the firmness of the uterus and massage it to stimulate contraction if necessary.

C. Administer oxytocin infusion: Oxytocin infusion may be necessary to help contract the uterus and control bleeding, but it should be implemented after assessing uterine firmness.

D. Initiate oxygen therapy by nonrebreather mask: While oxygen therapy may be needed if the client is hypotensive due to hemorrhage, assessing uterine firmness is the priority action to address the potential cause of hypotension.