The nurse is assessing a postpartum patient who had an uncomplicated vaginal delivery one hour ago. Which assessment finding requires immediate intervention?

When a woman is diagnosed with postpartum depression, what is one of the main concerns?

A nurse is reviewing the prescribed orders for a client who is two days postpartum and has a fourth degree perineal laceration. Which of these orders should the nurse question?

The nurse is preparing a care plan for her 12-hour postpartum patient which include prevention of thrombosis. During implementation, the nurse is expected to

When discussing the need to support the lower uterine segment, which statement by the new nurse indicates understanding.

The nurse can differentiate a new father is experiencing engrossment when she notices which behavior?

The nursing priority is to

A lactation consultant is conducting a teaching session with a new mother about breastfeeding. Which of the client responses would indicate the need for further teaching?

The nurse assesses a mother's bonding with her new baby. Which action made by the mother does the nurse identify as the initial maternal phase/postpartum adjustment.

A nurse is counseling a woman about postpartum blues. Which of the following should be included in the discussion? Select two that Apply.)

A client who gave birth 15 days ago has returned to the emergency room with reports of a gush of foul-smelling rubra lochia and a temperature of 39°C (102.2°F). The nurse suspects postpartum hemorrhage and understands that this is most likely caused by