The nurse is teaching prenatal clients about the benefits of skin to skin. Which statement made is correct?
"Skin to skin will help your baby not have jaundice."
"Skin to skin cannot be done if you have a Cesarean-section."
"Skin to skin decreases the rates of post partum hemorrhage."
"Skin to skin helps you bond with your baby, increase milk supply, and reduces your stress."
The Correct Answer is D
A. Skin-to-skin contact promotes thermoregulation and early breastfeeding, which can help prevent severe jaundice by facilitating bilirubin excretion. However, it does not completely eliminate the risk of jaundice.
B. Skin-to-skin can still be done after a C-section, with assistance from the healthcare team.
C. Skin-to-skin does not directly prevent postpartum hemorrhage, though it may support uterine contraction through early breastfeeding.
D. Correct. Skin-to-skin contact enhances maternal-infant bonding, supports breastfeeding by stimulating milk production, and reduces maternal stress by promoting relaxation and oxytocin release.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. "Supporting the uterus decreases the amount of pain." Incorrect. While proper support may reduce discomfort, the primary reason is structural support.
B. "This is necessary because the ligaments that hold the uterus are stretched." Correct. The uterus is enlarged postpartum, and the ligaments are weakened, making support necessary.
C. "This will decrease the severity of uterine bleeding." Not the primary reason, though proper fundal massage can aid in hemorrhage prevention.
D. "This will help with uterine involution." Incorrect. Uterine involution is driven by hormonal changes and contractions, not just support.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Correct. The priority is to assess the fundus for firmness and location. Uterine atony is a common cause of postpartum hemorrhage and requires immediate assessment and intervention.
B. Incorrect. Increased bleeding in a multiparous client should not be dismissed as normal without assessment.
C. Incorrect. Administering Pitocin may be appropriate but should follow an assessment of the fundus first.
D. Incorrect. Waiting an hour without assessing the fundus could delay necessary interventions for postpartum hemorrhage.
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