During the relative refractory period of an action potential, a larger than normal stimulus is needed to cause another action potential. This is due to the fact that ________.

The nurse tells a woman who is trying to conceive to check her cervical mucus for changes. What will she expect the characteristic of cervical mucus to be a few days before ovulation?

After birth, the nurse quickly dries and wraps the newborn in a blanket. How does this action prevent heat loss?

A woman has had persistent lochia rubra for 2 weeks after her delivery and is experiencing pelvic discomfort. What does the nurse explain is the usual treatment for subinvolution?

The nurse assesses a boggy uterus with the fundus above the umbilicus and deviated to the side. What should the nurse’s next assessment be?

What is the best response to a postpartum woman who tells the nurse she feels “tired and sick all of the time since I had the baby 3 months ago”?

The nurse is providing an informational session on oral contraceptives. Which of the following decrease effectiveness of oral contraceptives?

A woman required a cesarean section for safe delivery of her newborn. She is planning to breastfeed and verbalized concern about pain. What is the best suggestion by the nurse?

The 1-day postpartum patient shows a temperature elevation, cough, and shortness of breath on exertion. What action should the nurse implement based on these symptoms?

A postpartum patient is experiencing hypovolemic shock. What interventions can the nurse anticipate? (Select all that apply.)