A nurse is receiving report on four postpartum clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to attend to first?

A client who reports changing their perineal pad every 4 hr.

A client who has a urine output of 750 mL in 6 hr.

A client who has 1+ deep tendon reflexes while receiving IV magnesium sulfate.

A client who reports abdominal cramping pain during breastfeeding.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Changing a perineal pad only every 4 hours may indicate excessive bleeding or hemorrhage, which requires immediate assessment.
B. A urine output of 750 mL in 6 hours is within normal limits (about 125 mL/hr).
C. 1+ deep tendon reflexes indicate decreased reflexes, which is expected during magnesium sulfate therapy and generally not an immediate concern.
D. Abdominal cramping during breastfeeding is common due to uterine contractions and is usually not urgent.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. The umbilical cord typically dries and falls off within 1 to 2 weeks after birth, which is a normal expectation.
B. Newborns do not need daily tub baths; a sponge bath 2–3 times a week is usually sufficient until the cord falls off.
C. Babies should always be placed on their backs to sleep to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), not on their sides.
D. The correct technique for using a bulb syringe is to compress it before inserting it into the baby’s mouth or nose, then release to suction out secretions.

A. Fentanyl citrate B. Meperidine C. Aspirin D. Ibuprofen

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Fentanyl citrate is a potent opioid, typically reserved for severe pain and usually administered in controlled settings, not first-line postpartum analgesia.
B. Meperidine is less commonly used due to side effects and safety concerns.
C. Aspirin is generally avoided postpartum due to bleeding risks.
D. Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly used postpartum for pain relief and inflammation control with a safer profile for breastfeeding mothers.

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