The client who delivered earlier today is questioning the nu…

The client who delivered earlier today is questioning the nurse as to why it is so important that she empties her bladder so frequently because it is uncomfortable getting out of bed so often.  The nurse explains that during the postpartum period, overdistention of the bladder and urinary retention can lead to which complications?

A nurse is caring for a newborn who is slightly jittery and…

A nurse is caring for a newborn who is slightly jittery and has a body temperature trending toward the lower end of normal. The nurse reviews the newborn’s lab results: Hematocrit: 58% WBC count: 15,000 cells/mm³ Blood glucose: 30 mg/dL RBC count: 5 million/mcL Based on these findings, which lab value should the nurse recognize as contributing to the newborn’s risk for impaired thermoregulation?

A nursing plan of care includes therapeutic interventions fo…

A nursing plan of care includes therapeutic interventions for common conditions expected when a woman has just given birth.  After evaluating the results of unsuccessful nonpharmacologic measures to restore uterine tone for a boggy fundus, the nurse can expect to prepare and administer which of the following?

The nurse is organizing tasks for the morning and notes that…

The nurse is organizing tasks for the morning and notes that each of her four postpartum clients would be due to have their PRN analgesic if they requested it.  Which client would the nurse anticipate most likely to request their analgesic for cramping afterpains?

The nurse gathers the following data during report: A woman…

The nurse gathers the following data during report: A woman gave birth to a daughter instead of a much-desired son. Now, the morning after giving birth, she seems withdrawn, is staying in bed and staring at the wall with her newborn sleeping in the crib across the room. Analysis indicates that which action is necessary?