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?

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

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?

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

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”?

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

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 48-year-old woman tells the nurse, “I missed my period last month. Am I in menopause?” The nurse knows that at which point is a woman considered to be menopausal?

A health care provider at a long term care facility provides care for an 85 year-old man who has had recent transient ischemic attacks (TIAs). Which statement best identifies future complications associated with TIAs?