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A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who had a cesarean delivery.
Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
will avoid lifting anything heavier than my baby for the next 6 weeks.” This statement indicates that the client understands the importance of limiting physical activity and protecting the incision site from strain or injury.Lifting heavy objects can increase the risk of bleeding, infection, or wound dehiscence.
resuming regular exercise routine as soon as getting home is not advisable after a C-section.The client should gradually increase activity levels and avoid strenuous exercises until cleared by the healthcare provider.
ibuprofen may not be sufficient for pain relief after a C-section.The client may need stronger pain medications prescribed by the healthcare provider and should follow the instructions on how to take them safely.
because removing the dressing from the incision site tomorrow is too soon.The client should keep the incision site clean and dry and follow the healthcare provider’s instructions on when and how to change the dressing.Removing the dressing too early can increase the risk of infection or wound dehiscence.
The correct answer is choice A. “I will avoid lifting anything heavier than my baby for the next 6 weeks.” This statement indicates that the client understands the importance of limiting physical activity and protecting the incision site from strain or injury. Lifting heavy objects can increase the risk of bleeding, infection, or wound dehiscence.
Choice B is wrong because resuming regular exercise routine as soon as getting home is not advisable after a C-section. The client should gradually increase activity levels and avoid strenuous exercises until cleared by the healthcare provider.
Choice C is wrong because ibuprofen may not be sufficient for pain relief after a C-section. The client may need stronger pain medications prescribed by the healthcare provider and should follow the instructions on how to take them safely.
Choice D is wrong because removing the dressing from the incision site tomorrow is too soon. The client should keep the incision site clean and dry and follow the healthcare provider’s instructions on when and how to change the dressing. Removing the dressing too early can increase the risk of infection or wound dehiscence.
