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The dark, red uterine discharge expelled in the first 2-3 days postpartum is called:
A. lochia rubra
Lochia is the term used to describe the vaginal discharge that occurs after childbirth as the uterus sheds its lining. Lochia rubra is the initial stage of lochia, characterized by dark red blood mixed with mucus and tissue debris. It typically lasts for the first few days after delivery. After lochia rubra, the discharge transitions to a lighter color and consistency, known as lochia serosa, followed by lochia alba, which is a whitish or yellowish discharge.
B. lochia germosa
C. lochia serosa
D. lochia alba
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A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving oxytocin via IV infusion following a vaginal delivery. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor to evaluate effectiveness of this medication?
A. Blood pressure
B. Urinary output
C. Pulse rate
D. Fundal consistency
Oxytocin is commonly administered following a vaginal delivery to promote uterine contraction and prevent postpartum hemorrhage. One of the key indications of the medication's effectiveness is the firmness or consistency of the uterine fundus. The nurse should assess the fundus regularly to ensure it remains firm and well-contracted. If the fundus remains boggy or soft, it may indicate inadequate contraction and the need for further intervention.
A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum. The client states, "I am concerned about my baby's hearing because my mother was born deaf." Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
A. "Look at how she looks as you when you speak. That's a good sign."
B. "There is no need to worry about that. Most forms of hearing loss are not inherited."
C. "The best way to determine if your baby can hear is to clap your hands loudly and see if she starties."
D. "We do routine hearing screenings on newborns. You'll know the results before you leave the hospital."
Routine hearing screenings are typically conducted on newborns to assess their hearing abilities. By performing these screenings, any potential hearing issues can be identified early on, allowing for appropriate interventions and support. Informing the client about the routine hearing screenings provides reassurance that their baby's hearing will be assessed, and they will receive the results before leaving the hospital. This can help address the client's concerns about their baby's hearing and provide them with necessary information about the next steps.
A nurse is caring for a newborn immediately following delivery. After assuring a patent airway, which of the following actions should be the nurse's priority?
A. Apply identification bands.
B. Document the Apgar score.
C. Administer phytonadione IM.
D. Dry the newborn.
Drying the newborn is important to prevent heat loss and promote thermoregulation. Newborns are at risk of hypothermia immediately after birth, and drying the baby helps to remove wetness from the skin, which can lead to evaporative heat loss. By drying the newborn, the nurse helps maintain the baby's body temperature and reduces the risk of hypothermia. Once the newborn is dried, other interventions such as applying identification bands, documenting the Apgar score, and administering medications can be carried out.