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Postpartum Care for Mom Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in a postpartum unit frequently teaches patients regarding breast care. Which teaching is most helpful to the breastfeeding patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, expressing milk by a breast pump or manually. This is the most helpful teaching for a breastfeeding patient as it helps maintain milk supply, prevent engorgement, and relieve discomfort. Expressing milk also allows for flexibility in feeding schedules and helps store milk for later use. A: Running warm water over breasts in the shower may provide temporary relief but does not address milk expression. B: Wearing a supportive bra is important, but it is not necessary to wear it 24 hours a day. D: Taking analgesics for breast pain management should not be the first line of treatment and does not address the root cause of the issue.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse on a postpartum unit is focused on providing care that will assist the mother and father in making the transition to parenthood. For which reason does the nurse review the prenatal and labor records?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because reviewing prenatal and labor records helps the nurse understand the mother's pregnancy and birth experiences, which can influence her transition to motherhood. By knowing these experiences, the nurse can provide tailored support and interventions. Choice B is incorrect because prenatal classes are not the main focus for reviewing records, although they may be helpful. Choice C is incorrect because preexisting maternal conditions are important but not the main reason for reviewing records in this context. Choice D is incorrect because the focus is on the mother's experiences rather than neonate issues.
Question 3 of 5
Which behavior does the nurse identify as a demonstration of unidirectional bonding between a parent and infant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because calling the baby by name demonstrates unidirectional bonding where the parent initiates the interaction without the need for the baby's response. This action shows a one-way connection from the parent to the infant. In contrast, choices A, C, and D involve mutual interaction between the parent and the baby, indicating bidirectional bonding where both parties are actively engaging with each other. Option A involves the parent responding to the baby's cry, option C involves the baby responding to comforting measures, and option D involves the parents stimulating and entertaining the baby, all of which require reciprocal actions from both the parent and the baby.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is counseling a lesbian couple who have decided to have a child. Which considerations doesn't the nurse present with regard to which partner will become pregnant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct Answer: D - Determine who will be on the birth certificate. Rationale: The nurse should not present the consideration of who will be on the birth certificate because legal parentage can be determined through various means regardless of who gives birth. The birth certificate can be amended to include both partners, and legal agreements can be put in place to establish parental rights. Focusing on the birth certificate may limit the couple's options and overlook the importance of legal protections for both partners and the child. Summary of Incorrect Choices: A: Considering the age and health of each partner is important for making informed decisions about pregnancy but does not specifically address the issue of who will become pregnant. B: Evaluating each partner's career goals is important for planning but is not directly related to the decision of who will carry the pregnancy. C: Choosing based on insurance is a practical consideration but should not be the primary factor in deciding which partner will become pregnant as it does not address the complexities of parenthood and family dynamics
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a fundal assessment on a postpartum client who delivered 12 hours ago. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct first step is to assist the woman to the bathroom to empty her bladder. This is important to ensure an accurate fundal assessment, as a full bladder can displace the uterus and lead to incorrect fundal height measurement. Lowering the head of the bed (Choice A) is not necessary for a fundal assessment. Locating the level of the fundus (Choice B) should come after ensuring the bladder is empty. Massaging the fundus (Choice D) is not indicated until after the fundal assessment is completed.